Job 41:26 · KJV

"The sword of him that layeth at him cannot hold: the spear, the dart, nor the habergeon."

King James Version

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Passage Context

²⁴His heart is as firm as a stone; yea, as hard as a piece of the nether millstone.

²⁵When he raiseth up himself, the mighty are afraid: by reason of breakings they purify themselves.

²⁶The sword of him that layeth at him cannot hold: the spear, the dart, nor the habergeon.

²⁷He esteemeth iron as straw, and brass as rotten wood.

²⁸The arrow cannot make him flee: slingstones are turned with him into stubble.

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Reflection Questions

How do you respond to challenges that seem insurmountable?

What does it mean for you to feel defenseless at times?

When have you felt that your efforts were futile?

Life Application

challenges

Understanding that some challenges are beyond our control can bring peace.

faith

Relying on God’s strength can help us face our battles.

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