Job 12:5 | MHM | STEP | v. 5 : Job explains why he thinks they mock him. In the thought of one who is at ease there is contempt for misfortune; it is ready for those whose feet slip . He says that people who are comfortable often look down on those who are suffering. Even good and upright people can be despised when they are having troubles. Wealth and comfort can make people proud, causing them to forget or ignore those who are struggling (Psalm 123:4 ).

‏ Job 12:5

v. 5: Job explains why he thinks they mock him. In the thought of one who is at ease there is contempt for misfortune; it is ready for those whose feet slip. He says that people who are comfortable often look down on those who are suffering. Even good and upright people can be despised when they are having troubles. Wealth and comfort can make people proud, causing them to forget or ignore those who are struggling (Psalm 123:4 ^a).