Job 33:1-7

New International Reader's Version

33 “Job, listen now to my words.
    Pay attention to everything I say.
² I’m about to open my mouth.
    My words are on the tip of my tongue.
³ What I say comes from an honest heart.
    My lips speak only what I know is true.
⁴ The Spirit of God has made me.
    The breath of the Mighty One gives me life.
⁵ So answer me if you can.
    Stand up and argue your case in front of me.
⁶ To God I’m just the same as you.
    I too am a piece of clay.
⁷ You don’t have to be afraid of me.
    My hand won’t be too heavy on you.