Job 35:12

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There they cry, but none giveth answer, because of the pride of evil men.

They cried out for deliverance, but there was no one to deliver; they cried out to the LORD, but he did not answer them.

"Then they will call out to me, but I will not answer; they will seek me diligently, but they will not find me.

We know that God doesn't listen to sinners, but he does listen to anyone who worships him and does his will.

Therefore pride is their necklace and violence covers them like a garment.

Have mercy on us, LORD, have mercy, for we have had more than enough of contempt.

I'll ascend above the tops of the clouds; I'll make myself like the Most High.'

They cried out for deliverance, but there was no one to deliver; they cried out to the LORD, but he did not answer them.