In thirty-plus chapters of bantering, Job and his friends discoursed eloquently. In the course of their eloquence, the men made some profound and insightful statements. But when it all is reduced to its simplest terms it comes down to the three accusing Job of sinning, and of their pleading with him to repent, while Job continually declares his innocence. Finally God answered them “out of the storm” (see 38:1). In his answer God never apologized or excused himself, nor did he