Job 31:1 | MHM | STEP | Job's Vindication of Himself In this chapter, Job speaks up to defend his character. He says he was always careful to avoid two major dangers: sinful desires and the love of money. Job wants to show that he lived honestly and purely, even when tempted by power and wealth. He explains the strict rules he set for himself, and the reasons why he followed them. His hope is that God and others will see his true heart. v. 1 : Job says, I made a covenant with my eyes; why then should I think upon a maid? . He decided not to even look at women in a wrong way. Job was careful not just to avoid sinful actions, but also sinful thoughts. He knew that sin can begin with something as simple as a glance (Matthew 5:28 ).

‏ Job 31:1

Job's Vindication of Himself

In this chapter, Job speaks up to defend his character. He says he was always careful to avoid two major dangers: sinful desires and the love of money. Job wants to show that he lived honestly and purely, even when tempted by power and wealth. He explains the strict rules he set for himself, and the reasons why he followed them. His hope is that God and others will see his true heart.

v. 1: Job says, I made a covenant with my eyes; why then should I think upon a maid? . He decided not to even look at women in a wrong way. Job was careful not just to avoid sinful actions, but also sinful thoughts. He knew that sin can begin with something as simple as a glance (Matthew 5:28 ^a).