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1 Chronicles 4:10 Β· KJV

"And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast, and that thine hand might be with me, and that thou wouldest keep me from evil, that it may not grieve me! And God granted him that which he requested."

King James Version

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Passage Context

8And Coz begat Anub, and Zobebah, and the families of Aharhel the son of Harum.
9And Jabez was more honourable than his brethren: and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, Because I bare him with sorrow.
10And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast, and that thine hand might be with me, and that thou wouldest keep me from evil, that it may not grieve me! And God granted him that which he requested.
11And Chelub the brother of Shuah begat Mehir, which was the father of Eshton.
12And Eshton begat Beth-rapha, and Paseah, and Tehinnah the father of Ir-nahash. These are the men of Rechah.

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Devotional Reflection

LoveJoyPeaceGratitudeHopeCompassionAweContentment

When our hearts are set on doing what God wants and we want to honor our Lord, our Father loves to bless us in big ways. So let's first decide to do what He wants. Then, let's not be afraid to ask God to bless other people, and let's also tell the Lord what our hearts want. Lastly, let's not be surprised when He answers our prayers with blessings.

Prayer

O God, please show me how great You are by blessing me and the people I love. Help everyone understand that these blessings don't come from our intelligence, skill, or strength, but from Your grace. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

Reflection Questions

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How does seeking God's blessing impact your life?

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What does it mean for you to ask God to enlarge your coast?

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When have you felt God's hand guiding you away from evil?

Life Application

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Consider praying for God's guidance and blessings in your life. Reflect on areas where you seek growth and protection.

People in This Verse

JabezOT

Jabez is recognized for his honorable character and the significance of his name, which means 'sorrow'. His story emphasizes the power of prayer and seeking God's blessing.

First appearance: 1 Chronicles 4:9

Connection to Jesus

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Jabez's prayer for blessing and protection reflects the themes of faith and reliance on God, which are central to Jesus' teachings.

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