Job Explained: A Bible Study

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Who wrote Job? What is the Book of Job about? In this podcast, Dr. Toby Holt breaks down the Book of Job—from the trials of a righteous man to God’s sovereign response—in a way that’s clear, compelling, and relevant. You’ll explore the story of Job’s suffering, his debates with friends, and God’s answers—not just as ancient events, but in ways that address your own suffering. Whether you’re a pastor, student, or brand new to the Bible, this podcast (including sermons) details all the major events from Job 1 through Job 42. Speaker: Dr. Toby Holt Dr. Toby Holt (D.Min.) is the President of New Geneva Theological Seminary. Dr. Holt's sermons have reached over 1.9 million listeners on SermonAudio. He focuses on clear, verse-by-verse teaching that makes the Bible easy to understand and hard to ignore. Support New Geneva: To support Dr. Holt's ministry at the seminary, please visit: newgeneva.org/give.

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  1. The Lord Gives, Takes Away

    2025. 05. 28.

    The Lord Gives, Takes Away

    Job was GOOD. Job was RIGHTEOUS. And yet, Job suffered HORRIBLY. Why does God allow good people to suffer so horribly? In this introduction to the Book of Job, we look at the reality of suffering and the sovereignty of God when life falls apart. Scripture Focus: Job 1:21 (NKJV) "And he said: 'Naked I came from my mother’s womb, And naked shall I return there. The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; Blessed be the name of the Lord.'" What We’re Learning Today: The Reality of Suffering: Bad things can happen to all - not just bad people.The Sovereignty of God: God remains in absolute control, even when the worst things occur.The Response of Faith: How should a believer respond and worship when it hurts the most. Speaker: Dr. Toby Holt: Dr. Toby Holt is the President of New Geneva Theological Seminary. Dr. Holt's sermons have reached over 1.9 million listeners on SermonAudio. He focuses on clear, verse-by-verse teaching that makes the Bible easy to understand and hard to ignore. Support New Geneva: To support Dr. Holt's ministry at the seminary, please visit: newgeneva.org/give.

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  2. When You Don't Understand Why

    2025. 05. 21.

    When You Don't Understand Why

    Why? That's the question that we often have. If God is good, then why does He allow us to face hardships? These are timeless questions - in fact, they were the very questions asked by Job centuries ago. But are there answers? That will be the focus of today's study of Job 2. What We’re Learning Today: The Second Test: Job loses his health and faces temptation from those closest to him.The Response: Choosing to trust God rather than giving in to bitterness.The Purpose: How to maintain faithful, even when answers remain hidden. Speaker: Dr. Toby Holt Dr. Toby Holt is the President of New Geneva Theological Seminary. Dr. Holt's sermons have reached over 1.9 million listeners on SermonAudio. He focuses on clear, verse-by-verse teaching that makes the Bible easy to understand and hard to ignore. Support New Geneva: To support Dr. Holt's ministry at the seminary, please visit: newgeneva.org/give

    30분
  3. With Friends Like These

    2025. 05. 14.

    With Friends Like These

    Friends should COMFORT us, right? Friends should ENCOURAGE us! But what happens when they accuse us or make us feel worse? In Job 10, that's just what Job's friends did. They made him feel worse. In today's study, we'll consider Job's response. Scripture Focus: Job 10:1-2 (NKJV) "My soul loathes my life; I will give free course to my complaint, I will speak in the bitterness of my soul. I will say to God, 'Do not condemn me; Show me why You contend with me.'" What We’re Learning Today: Miserable Comforters: Why Job's friends completely failed to provide actual comfort in his time of need.The Sting of Betrayal: Acknowledging the deep pain of feeling abandoned by the people you trust.Turning to God: How to direct your ultimate complaint and grief to the Lord instead of just arguing with men. Speaker: Dr. Toby Holt: Dr. Toby Holt is the President of New Geneva Theological Seminary. Dr. Holt's sermons have reached over 1.9 million listeners on SermonAudio. He focuses on clear, verse-by-verse teaching that makes the Bible easy to understand and hard to ignore. Support New Geneva: To support Dr. Holt's ministry at the seminary, please visit: newgeneva.org/give

    32분
  4. God Responds To Job

    2025. 05. 07.

    God Responds To Job

    Job was hurting. Job was confused. And because of that pain, he had questions for God. And that's OK - there's nothing wrong with questions! But what's NOT OK is questioning God's discernment, as if God's actions are subject to critique. And that's what Job had done. In Job 38, God responded to Job. Click to learn more. Scripture Focus: Job 38:1-4 (NKJV) "Then the Lord answered Job out of the whirlwind, and said: 'Who is this who darkens counsel by words without knowledge? Now prepare yourself like a man; I will question you, and you shall answer Me: Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth? Tell Me, if you have understanding.'" What We’re Learning Today: The Whirlwind: God finally speaks, but He doesn't offer a gentle explanation for Job's pain.The Interrogation: How God uses the vastness of creation to expose the limits of human understanding.True Perspective: Why seeing God for who He truly is matters far more than getting all our questions answered. Speaker: Dr. Toby Holt: Dr. Toby Holt is the President of New Geneva Theological Seminary. Dr. Holt's sermons have reached over 1.9 million listeners on SermonAudio. He focuses on clear, verse-by-verse teaching that makes the Bible easy to understand and hard to ignore. Support New Geneva: To support Dr. Holt's ministry at the seminary, please visit: newgeneva.org/give.

    32분
  5. The Restoration Of Job

    2025. 04. 30.

    The Restoration Of Job

    Your suffering is NOT forever. There are BETTER DAYS ahead. How do we know that? Well consider God's servant, Job. Yes, Job cried a lot of tears. Yes, Job hurt. But in time, all those tears and pains were wiped away. Join us for the final encouraging chapter in our short study of Job. Scripture Focus: Job 42:10 (NKJV) "And the Lord restored Job’s losses when he prayed for his friends. Indeed the Lord gave Job twice as much as he had before." What We Are Learning Today: The Turnaround: God’s timing is perfect, even when it feels like we have waited a lifetime.Praying for Enemies: Notice that Job's healing begins the moment he prays for the friends who hurt him.The Double Portion: God does not just restore what was lost; He provides abundantly more. Speaker: Dr. Toby Holt Dr. Toby Holt is the President of New Geneva Theological Seminary. Dr. Holt's sermons have reached over 1.9 million listeners on SermonAudio. He focuses on clear, verse-by-verse teaching that makes the Bible easy to understand and hard to ignore. Support New Geneva: To support Dr. Holt's ministry at the seminary, please visit: newgeneva.org/give.

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  6. When We Ask God Why (Bonus)

    2025. 04. 23. ·  보너스

    When We Ask God Why (Bonus)

    Why? It is the most basic of all questions. As humans, we want to know why things happen. Especially when those things are painful. That was Job's problem. Job couldn't understand how God could allow his suffering. We'll explore this further in today's study of Job 10. Questions That We'll Answer: A) What was Job's struggle? What couldn't he understand? B) Is God indifferent to our hurts or pains? C) What are the implications to your own life? Scripture Focus: Job 10:2 (NKJV) "I will say to God, 'Do not condemn me; Show me why You contend with me.'" What We Are Learning Today: The Big Question: Understanding the root of Job's struggle and his desperate desire for an explanation.God's Compassion: Addressing the fear that God might be indifferent to our physical and emotional hurts.Real-Life Application: Practical implications for how you can trust God during your own seasons of deep questioning. Speaker: Dr. Toby Holt Dr. Toby Holt is the President of New Geneva Theological Seminary. Dr. Holt's sermons have reached over 1.9 million listeners on SermonAudio. He focuses on clear, verse-by-verse teaching that makes the Bible easy to understand and hard to ignore. Support New Geneva: To support Dr. Holt's ministry at the seminary, please visit: newgeneva.org/give. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Who wrote Job? What is the Book of Job about? In this podcast, Dr. Toby Holt breaks down the Book of Job—from the trials of a righteous man to God’s sovereign response—in a way that’s clear, compelling, and relevant. You’ll explore the story of Job’s suffering, his debates with friends, and God’s answers—not just as ancient events, but in ways that address your own suffering. Whether you’re a pastor, student, or brand new to the Bible, this podcast (including sermons) details all the major events from Job 1 through Job 42. Speaker: Dr. Toby Holt Dr. Toby Holt (D.Min.) is the President of New Geneva Theological Seminary. Dr. Holt's sermons have reached over 1.9 million listeners on SermonAudio. He focuses on clear, verse-by-verse teaching that makes the Bible easy to understand and hard to ignore. Support New Geneva: To support Dr. Holt's ministry at the seminary, please visit: newgeneva.org/give.

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