What is the meaning of Job 11:19? You will lie down without fear Job 11:19 opens with a picture of total security: “You will lie down without fear.” Zophar is telling Job that repentance and renewed trust in the Lord would restore peace of mind and body. Scripture repeatedly connects right standing with God to restful, fearless sleep: • Psalm 4:8—“In peace I will lie down and sleep, for You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.” • Proverbs 3:24–26 assures that when wisdom governs life, “When you lie down, your sleep will be sweet… you will not be afraid.” • Psalm 91:5 links confidence in God’s protection to freedom from night terrors. The verse reminds us that true safety is never anchored in circumstances but in the unchanging character of God. When sin is confessed and fellowship with Him is restored, the heart quiets; even in a fallen world, the believer can close his eyes with a calm conscience and untroubled mind. and many will court your favor The second promise expands outward: “and many will court your favor.” A life reconciled to God often results in harmonious relationships with people: • Proverbs 16:7 declares, “When a man’s ways please the LORD, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.” • Joseph’s story in Genesis 39:3–4 shows how God’s presence caused Potiphar to regard Joseph favorably. • Psalm 5:12 adds, “For You bless the righteous, O LORD; You surround him with favor as with a shield.” Living under God’s smile tends to attract respect, trust, and cooperation. While persecution can still come (John 15:18–20), the general principle holds: righteousness and humility make a person someone others want to bless rather than oppose. summary Job 11:19 assures that those who walk uprightly before God enjoy inward peace and outward favor. Restful nights without fear flow from a cleansed conscience and the certainty of divine protection, while God-given favor opens doors of goodwill among people. The verse invites every believer to pursue repentance, faith, and obedience, confident that the Lord rewards such a life with security and grace on every side. |
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