Job 9:12 · KJV

"Behold, he taketh away, who can hinder him? who will say unto him, What doest thou?"

King James Version

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Passage Context

¹⁰Which doeth great things past finding out; yea, and wonders without number.

¹¹Lo, he goeth by me, and I see him not: he passeth on also, but I perceive him not.

¹²Behold, he taketh away, who can hinder him? who will say unto him, What doest thou?

¹³If God will not withdraw his anger, the proud helpers do stoop under him.

¹⁴How much less shall I answer him, and choose out my words to reason with him?

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Reflection Questions

How does acknowledging God's sovereignty affect your trust in Him?

What does it mean for you to accept that some things are beyond your control?

When have you felt powerless in the face of circumstances?

Life Application

faith

Trusting in God's plan can bring peace during difficult times.

control

Recognize areas in your life where you need to relinquish control to God.

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