Job 31 - Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary on the Bible

Job merciful.

Job's conscience gave testimony concerning his just and charitable behaviour toward the poor. He is most large upon this head, because in this matter he was particularly accused. He was tender of all, and hurtful to none. Notice the principles by which Job was restrained from being uncharitable and unmerciful. He stood in awe of the Lord, as certainly against him, if he should wrong the poor. Regard to worldly interests may restrain a man from actual crimes; but the grace of God

alone can make him hate, dread, and shun sinful thoughts and desires. (Job 31:24-32)