When we state the obvious, we are really saying nothing. There is a man by the name of Elihu who was arrogant, proud, and full of himself. He expected to reveal such wisdom that even God would be amazed at his thoughts. He kept quiet while Job’s friends Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar commented on Job’s plight. But now it was Elihu’s turn to fill the air. He occupied the unanswered space with words that state the obvious. Interestingly, God wants his speech to remain in the Bible. Perhaps the LORD desires us to see the unjustified words of this man so that we can compare it to humble words of Job. Whatever the reason, Elihu says nothing helpful or relevant or valuable to the situation and expects all to marvel at what he says. In the end, God has Job make atonement for his three friends, but Elihu is not even mentioned (JOB 42:7-9). Arrogance is always blotted out.

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