Job 11:13

“If thou prepare thine heart, and stretch out thine hands toward him;”

"If thou prepare thine heart, and stretch out thine hands toward him;" - Job 11:13
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What does Job 11:13 mean?

Job 11:13 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "If thou prepare thine heart, and stretch out thine hands toward him." This verse is part of a speech given by Zophar the Naamathite, one of Job's friends who have come to comfort him in his suffering. The book of Job is a…

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Preparing the Heart: A Posture of Surrender

The book of Job is a profound narrative that explores the depths of human suffering and divine sovereignty. Amidst the chaos and despair that envelop Job’s life, he experiences a relentless barrage of questioning from his friends, each trying to ascertain the reasons for his…

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A Heart Prepared for Divine Connection

Heavenly Father, I come before You today with a heart eager to connect with You, inspired by the truth found in Job 11:13, which says, "If thou prepare thine heart, and stretch out thine hands toward him;" Lord, I acknowledge that readiness of the heart is essential in our…

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