What does Job 13:20 mean?

Job 13:20 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Job 13:20 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Only do not two things unto me: then will I not hide myself from thee.

18Behold now, I have ordered my cause; I know that I shall be justified.

19Who is he that will plead with me? for now, if I hold my tongue, I shall give up the ghost.

20Only do not two things unto me: then will I not hide myself from thee.

21Withdraw thine hand far from me: and let not thy dread make me afraid.

22Then call thou, and I will answer: or let me speak, and answer thou me.

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