Job 21:16
“Lo, their good is not in their hand: the counsel of the wicked is far from me.”

What does Job 21:16 mean?
Job 21:16 (KJV) states, "Lo, their good is not in their hand: the counsel of the wicked is far from me." This verse is part of a larger passage in which Job is responding to the arguments of his friends, who are trying to convince him that his suffering is a result of his sin…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Illusion of the Wicked's Prosperity
As we delve into the profound depths of Job 21:16, we encounter a stark reminder from one of Scripture's most notable figures, Job: "Lo, their good is not in their hand: the counsel of the wicked is far from me." This verse offers not only a window into Job's state of mind but…
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O Heavenly Father, Creator of the universe, I come before You with a heart full of gratitude and humility. I acknowledge Your sovereignty and righteousness that reign above all. In the chaos of this world, I am reminded of the wisdom in Your Word, particularly in the profound…
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