God is a metaphysical existence that transcends time and space. Human existence and understanding simply cannot reach the workings of God. We can understand some of His works because God reveals them to us. However, in remembering God's work throughout history, we can be certain that He is present in all things. What is in the universe can be used by Him to show His presence. Therefore, as believers, we should not be anxious because He is always with us. Even when great suffering comes our way.

In verse 20–21, Elihu warns Job not to choose "night", a metaphor for the dark forces that may tempt the human heart to give in to hatred and despair. Elihu reminds us that suffering is not a punishment, but a loving rebuke to turn away from the evil way and return to God. Elihu then shifts the focus to God as the Great and Wise Creator (verse 22 & 23). God does not need human counsel. His ways are beyond our logic. This is the mystery of faith: trusting in God's purposes even when we don't always understand His design.

In the following verses (verses 24 & 33), Elihu describes God's greatness through creation. He invites Job (and us) to see storms not just as a threat, but as a message. Thunder, lightning, rain and wind are not just meteorological phenomena, but symbols that God is speaking. Just as thunder booms from the sky, so God's voice shakes the inner man. There is both beauty and awesomeness in the way God reveals Himself through creation. He is the Maker of rain, thunder and lightning. His voice booms, not to frighten, but to awaken. In ancient Near Eastern culture, thunder was a divine voice. So when Elihu told Job to listen to "His thundering voice" (Job 37:2), it meant opening the heart to hear God's message from within the storms of life.

Behind the thick clouds, heavy rain, and lightning, God is not silent. He is "present", and through the storms, He speaks more powerfully. Thus, suffering becomes ‘nature’ that educates, not just suffering, but a means to reflect and grow.

Friends of the Bible, suffering often tempts people to become cynical, apathetic, or even rebellious towards God. But through today's devotional, we are invited to shift from the question "Why is this happening to me?" to "What is God revealing through this?". Believe that God never stands still. He reveals His will through all things according to His wisdom. So believe in His work even in the pain we are going through.