What does Job 27:3 mean?

Job 27:3 highlights themes such as spirit, righteousness, life when read in context.

How should I apply Job 27:3 today?

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

All the while my breath is in me, and the spirit of God is in my nostrils;

1Moreover Job continued his parable, and said,

2As God liveth, who hath taken away my judgment; and the Almighty, who hath vexed my soul;

3All the while my breath is in me, and the spirit of God is in my nostrils;

4My lips shall not speak wickedness, nor my tongue utter deceit.

5God forbid that I should justify you: till I die I will not remove mine integrity from me.

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Genesis 2:7
Both verses highlight the significance of God's breath in giving life.
Job 33:4
Job reiterates the importance of God's spirit in sustaining life.
Acts 17:25
Paul emphasizes God's role in sustaining life, echoing Job's sentiment.