20 I must speak and find relief; I must open my lips and reply.
20 I will speak, that I may be refreshed: I will open my lips and answer.
20 I must speak, that I may find relief; I must open my lips and answer.
20 I have to speak - I have no choice. I have to say what's on my heart,
20 I will speak, that I may find relief; I must open my lips and answer.
20 I must speak to find relief, so let me give my answers.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Job 32:20
Commentary on Job 32:15-22
(Read Job 32:15-22)
If we are sure that the Spirit of God suggested what we are about to say, still we ought to refrain, till it comes to our turn to speak. God is the God of order, not of confusion. It is great refreshment to a good man, to speak for the glory of the Lord, and to edify others. And the more we consider the majesty of God, as our Maker, and the more we dread his wrath and justice, the less shall we sinfully fear or flatter men. Could we set the wrath Lord always before us, in his mercies and his terrors, we should not be moved from doing our duty in whatever we are called to do.