1. I will not deny my integrity (27:1-10)
Job firmly decides in his heart not to go over to the side of God's enemies. He will not confess to sins he has not committed. He does not understand, but he will be faithful to God.
2. The fate God allots the wicked (11-23)
The wicked are those who never delight in God or call on him; they are ruthless toward their fellow man. They appear to be wealthy and successful, but terror will overtake them like a flood.
3. Where can wisdom be found? (28:1-28)
Therefore, Job does not understand why he suffers like the wicked. Where can one find wisdom and understanding? He describes the mining techniques by which men search for precious metals and jewels. To find wisdom is infinitely harder. Only God understands the way to wisdom (23,24). For man, the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.
Application: Lord, my wisdom and understanding are so limited. Teach me to walk in the fear of the Lord and give me wisdom.
One Word: Fear God--shun evil