Charles Spurgeon Commentary Job 34:29

"When he giveth quietness, who then can condemn? And when he hideth his face, who then can behold him? Alike whether [it be done] unto a nation, or unto a man:" — Job 34:29 (ASV)

When he giveth quietness, who then can make trouble?

This is a most comforting question; for, if God gives quietness to the spirit, nobody can really trouble you. When Christ has once spoken peace to our heart, and given us a holy calm, then are we glad because we are quiet, and who can raise a storm in our soul again? The peace of God, which passeth all understanding, also passes all distraction. It cannot be broken by all the devils in hell. Oh, how blessed is this assurance!

And when he hideth his face, who then can behold him?

If God will not be seen, who can possibly see him? If he grows angry with a man, and leaves him, what can that man do? When even his own beloved people no longer see his face, what joy can be theirs? What can make day when the sun is gone? What can make joy when Christ is gone?