Job 29:24

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When I smiled at them, they could hardly believe it; and the light of my face brought them no discouragement.

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Referenced Verses

  • Ps 4:6 : 6 Offer right sacrifices and trust in the LORD.
  • Ps 89:15 : 15 Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne; steadfast love and faithfulness go before your face.
  • Ps 126:1 : 1 When the LORD brought back the captives of Zion, we were like those who dream.
  • Luke 24:41 : 41 And while they still did not believe it because of joy and amazement, he asked them, "Do you have anything here to eat?"
  • Gen 45:26 : 26 They told him, 'Joseph is still alive! He is even ruling over all the land of Egypt!' But Jacob was stunned and did not believe them.

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