Job 18:13 · KJV

"It shall devour the strength of his skin: even the firstborn of death shall devour his strength."

King James Version

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Passage Context

¹¹Terrors shall make him afraid on every side, and shall drive him to his feet.

¹²His strength shall be hungerbitten, and destruction shall be ready at his side.

¹³It shall devour the strength of his skin: even the firstborn of death shall devour his strength.

¹⁴His confidence shall be rooted out of his tabernacle, and it shall bring him to the king of terrors.

¹⁵It shall dwell in his tabernacle, because it is none of his: brimstone shall be scattered upon his habitation.

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Reflection Questions

How do you perceive the strength of suffering in your life?

What does it mean for you to feel devoured by your struggles?

When have you experienced a loss that felt overwhelming?

Life Application

suffering

Acknowledge your pain and seek healing through prayer and community.

strength

Find strength in your faith to overcome challenges.

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