In the book if Job ch. 3. The book of Job questions suffering and God's justice. God's response is surprising, pointing to his control over chaos and ultimate goodness. ... He says that Job is only righteous because God has rewarded him. Let him suffer, he says, then we will see his true character. God gave human beings free will . ... In times of suffering, Jews may turn to the Book of Job where God allows Satan to test Job. Satan suggests that Job would not worship God if God did not protect him.
