Job 36:5
““Behold, God is mighty, and doesn’t despise anyone. He is mighty in strength of understanding.”
What does Job 36:5 mean?
God's strength isn't just physical power—it includes the wisdom and understanding to use that power justly. Elihu, who speaks these words late in Job's story, is reminding Job (and us) that God's greatness means he sees and values each person, no matter how small or broken they feel. This is especially meaningful when we're suffering and wondering if God notices or cares about our specific struggles. The promise here is that the God who holds all things together also holds a compassionate understanding of what we're going through.