Job 21:31 Job 21 - The Wicked's Prosperity and Job's Complaint

31 Who denounces his conduct to his face?
Who repays him for what he has done?

Meaning of Job 21:31

Job 21:31, "Who denounces their conduct to their face? Who repays them for what they have done?" highlights the frustrating reality of apparent divine silence in the face of the wicked's prosperity. Yet, it calls believers to trust in God's ultimate justice and sovereignty, knowing He sees all and will right every wrong in His perfect timing.

Cross References for Job 21:31

Psalms 50:21 - These things you have done and I kept silent; you thought I was altogether like you. But I will... Click to read the verse Psalms 50:21 Click to read the verse Psalms 50:21

Romans 12:19 - Do not take revenge, my friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine... Click to read the verse Romans 12:19 Click to read the verse Romans 12:19

Isaiah 59:13 - rebellion and treachery against the Lord, turning our backs on our God, fomenting oppression an... Click to read the verse Isaiah 59:13 Click to read the verse Isaiah 59:13

James 2:13 - because judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. Mercy triumph... Click to read the verse James 2:13 Click to read the verse James 2:13

Job 41:11 - Who has a claim against me that I must pay? Everything under heaven belongs to me. Click to read the verse Job 41:11 Click to read the verse Job 41:11

Deuteronomy 7:10 - But those who hate him he will repay to their face by destruction; he will not be slow to repay... Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 7:10 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 7:10

Job 21:19 - It is said, ‘God stores up a man’s punishment for his sons.’ Let him repay the man himself, so ... Click to read the verse Job 21:19 Click to read the verse Job 21:19

Acts 24:25 - As Paul discoursed on righteousness, self-control and the judgment to come, Felix was afraid an... Click to read the verse Acts 24:25 Click to read the verse Acts 24:25

2 Samuel 12:7-12 - Then Nathan said to David, “You are the man! This is what the Lord, the God of Israel, says: ‘I... Click to read the verse 2 Samuel 12:7-12 Click to read the verse 2 Samuel 12:7-12

Galatians 2:11 - Paul Opposes Peter When Peter came to Antioch, I opposed him to his face, because he was clearl... Click to read the verse Galatians 2:11 Click to read the verse Galatians 2:11

Jeremiah 2:33-35 - How skilled you are at pursuing love! Even the worst of women can learn from your ways. Click to read the verse Jeremiah 2:33-35 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 2:33-35

Mark 6:18 - For John had been saying to Herod, “It is not lawful for you to have your brother’s wife.” Click to read the verse Mark 6:18 Click to read the verse Mark 6:18

1 Kings 21:19-24 - Say to him, ‘This is what the Lord says: Have you not murdered a man and seized his property?’ ... Click to read the verse 1 Kings 21:19-24 Click to read the verse 1 Kings 21:19-24