Joe: Alright, so what've we got going on in Job 4?

Bible Expert: Well, Joe, in this chapter Eliphaz the Temanite speaks to Job, trying to encourage him to repent for his sins and be restored. Eliphaz claims that those who are wicked and don’t repent will eventually feel the wrath of God and be destroyed.

Joe: Wait, so Eliphaz is suggesting that Job’s suffering is caused by his sins?

Bible Expert: Yes, that’s what he implies. He also claims that only the innocent can receive wisdom from God and that Job should stop speaking out against God and accept his suffering as punishment for his sins.

Joe: Interesting. So this is kind of like a warning to Job?

Bible Expert: Absolutely. Eliphaz is trying to encourage Job to accept his suffering and repent so that he can be restored. Eliphaz also warns Job that the wicked will eventually be destroyed and that God will not listen to their prayers.

Joe: Wow, that's pretty intense. So what happens next in the chapter?

Bible Expert: Well, after Eliphaz speaks, Job responds and defends himself. He claims that he is innocent and that his suffering has nothing to do with his sins. He also claims that God is unjust and that he does not understand why God is punishing him.

Joe: Gotcha. So Job is basically saying that he doesn’t deserve this punishment, even though Eliphaz thinks he does.

Bible Expert: Yes, that’s right. The chapter ends with Job challenging Eliphaz to prove his point and prove that Job is guilty of sin.