Job 13:1-19

1“Indeed, my eye has seen it all, my ears have heard and understood it.

2What you know, I also know; I am not inferior to you.

3Still, I desire to speak to Shaddai and to argue my case with God.

4You, however, smear me with lies; you are worthless doctors—all of you!

5If only you would keep completely silent! For you, that would be wisdom.

6Hear now my argument; listen to the contentions of my lips.

7Will you speak unjustly on God’s behalf? Will you speak deceitfully for Him?

8Will you show Him partiality? Will you argue the case for God?

9Would it turn out well if He examined you? Could you deceive Him as you deceive a man?

10He would surely rebuke you if you secretly showed favoritism.

11Would not His majesty terrify you and the dread of Him fall on you?

12Your maxims are proverbs of ashes; your defenses are defenses of clay.

13Be silent and let me speak; then let come to me what may.

14Why should I take my flesh in my teeth and take my life in my hands?

15Even if He slays me, I will wait for Him; I will surely defend my ways before Him.

16This, too, will be my salvation for no godless can come before Him.

17“Listen carefully to my words, and let my declaration be in your ears.

18See now, I have prepared my case; I know that I will be vindicated.

19Who will contend with me? If so, I will be silent and die.