What does Job 23:17 mean?

Job 23:17 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Job 23:17 today?

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

Because I was not cut off before the darkness, neither hath he covered the darkness from my face.

15Therefore am I troubled at his presence: when I consider, I am afraid of him.

16For God maketh my heart soft, and the Almighty troubleth me:

17Because I was not cut off before the darkness, neither hath he covered the darkness from my face.

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