Job 16:5

NET Bible® (New English Translation)

But I would strengthen you with my words; comfort from my lips would bring you relief.

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Referenced Verses

  • Job 4:3-4 : 3 Look, you have instructed many; you have strengthened feeble hands. 4 Your words have supported those who stumbled, and you have strengthened the knees that gave way.
  • Job 6:14 : 14 Disappointing Friends“To the one in despair, kindness should come from his friend even if he forsakes the fear of the Almighty.
  • Job 29:25 : 25 I chose the way for them and sat as their chief; I lived like a king among his troops; I was like one who comforts mourners.
  • Ps 27:14 : 14 Rely on the LORD! Be strong and confident! Rely on the LORD!
  • Prov 27:9 : 9 Ointment and incense make the heart rejoice, likewise the sweetness of one’s friend from sincere counsel.
  • Prov 27:17 : 17 As iron sharpens iron, so a person sharpens his friend.
  • Isa 35:3-4 : 3 Strengthen the hands that have gone limp, steady the knees that shake! 4 Tell those who panic,“Be strong! Do not fear! Look, your God comes to avenge! With divine retribution he comes to deliver you.”
  • Gal 6:1 : 1 Support One Another Brothers and sisters, if a person is discovered in some sin, you who are spiritual restore such a person in a spirit of gentleness. Pay close attention to yourselves, so that you are not tempted too.

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    2“Listen carefully to my words; let this be the consolation you offer me.

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