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For then shall you delight yourself in the Almighty, And shall lift up your face to God.

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The Joy of Knowing God

Commentators explain that delighting in God is a direct result of being reconciled to Him. This joy isn't based on circumstances but on God's character, His works, and communion with Him. It follows when a person turns from worldly attachments and finds their ultimate treasure in God Himself.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Job 22:26

18th Century

Theologian

Shalt thou have thy delight in the Almighty - Instead of complaining of him as you now do, you would then find calm enjoyment in co…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Job 22:26

19th Century

Bishop

Then shalt thou have thy delight in the Almighty. —Zophar had told him the same thing, that he should lift up his face

John Gill

John Gill

On Job 22:26

17th Century

Pastor

For then shall you have your delight in the Almighty
In the perfections of his nature, in the works of his hands, in…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Job 22:21–30

17th Century

Minister

The answer of Eliphaz wrongly implied that Job had previously not known God, and that prosperity in this life would follow his sincere conversion. …