Job 34:26-35 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

26. And while others look on,he punishes thembecause they were evil

27. and refused to obey him.

28. The persons they ill-treatedhad prayed for help,until God answeredtheir prayers.

29. When God does nothing,can any person or nationfind fault with him?

30. But still, he punishes rulerswho abuse their people.

31. Job, you should tell Godthat you are guiltyand promise to do better.

32. Then ask him to point outwhat you did wrong,so you won't do it again.

33. Do you make the rules,or does God?You have to decide—I can't do it for you;now make up your mind.

34. Job, anyone with good sensecan easily see

35. that you are speaking nonsenseand lack good judgment.

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