Job 33:18 in the World English Bible
He keeps back his soul from the pit, and his life from perishing by the sword.
Context
17 That he may withdraw man from his purpose, and hide pride from man.
18 He keepeth back his soul from the pit, and his life from perishing by the sword.
19 He is chastened also with pain upon his bed, and the multitude of his bones with strong pain: