Job 23:3

Tree of Life Version

If only I knew where to find Him; if only I could go to His dwelling.

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he contends with God on behalf of man as one pleads for a friend.

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

So then it remains for some to enter into it; yet those who formerly had Good News proclaimed to them did not enter because of disobedience.

Though our iniquities testify against us, Adonai, act for Your Name’s sake. For our backslidings are many. We have sinned against You.

Yes, in the way of Your judgments, Adonai, we have waited for You. Your Name and Your remembrance is the desire of our soul.

“Even today my complaint is rebellious; His hand is heavy despite my groaning.

I would lay out my case before Him and fill my mouth with arguments.

My intercessor is my friend; as my eyes pour out tears to God;

Truly You are a God who hides Himself, O God of Israel, Savior!