Job 20:18

“That which he laboured for shall he restore, and shall not swallow it down: according to his substance shall the restitution be, and he shall not rejoice therein.”

"That which he laboured for shall he restore, and shall not swallow it down: according to his substance shall the restitution be, and he shall not rejoice therein." - Job 20:18
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What does Job 20:18 mean?

Job 20:18 (KJV) - "That which he laboured for shall he restore, and shall not swallow it down: according to his substance shall the restitution be, and he shall not rejoice therein." This verse is part of the book of Job, which is located in the Old Testament of the Bible. The…

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The Weight of Restoration: A Journey Through Job 20:18

**Devotional: The Weight of Restoration** In the book of Job, we encounter a profound narrative that illustrates the struggles of righteousness in the face of immense adversity. Job 20:18 reads: "That which he laboured for shall he restore, and shall not swallow it down…

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A Prayer for Restitution and Justice

Heavenly Father, In the sacred stillness of this moment, I come before You with a humble heart, seeking solace and understanding from Your eternal wisdom. I reflect upon the profound truth found in Job 20:18 — "That which he laboured for shall he restore, and shall not swallow…

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