² “Let me go on, and I will show you the truth.
    For I have not finished defending God!

³ Bear with me, and let me speak.
    After I have spoken, you may resume mocking me.

⁷ “Are you defending God with lies?
    Do you make your dishonest arguments for his sake?
⁸ Will you slant your testimony in his favor?
    Will you argue God’s case for him?

“If you return to me, I will restore you
    so you can continue to serve me.
If you speak good words rather than worthless ones,
    you will be my spokesman.
You must influence them;
    do not let them influence you!

³¹ Mark this well, Job. Listen to me,
    for I have more to say.
³² But if you have anything to say, go ahead.
    Speak, for I am anxious to see you justified.
³³ But if not, then listen to me.
    Keep silent and I will teach you wisdom!”