1 Kings 20:10 · KJV

"And Ben-hadad sent unto him, and said, The gods do so unto me, and more also, if the dust of Samaria shall suffice for handfuls for all the people that follow me."

King James Version

Passage Context

⁸And all the elders and all the people said unto him, Hearken not unto him, nor consent.

⁹Wherefore he said unto the messengers of Ben-hadad, Tell my lord the king, All that thou didst send for to thy servant at the first I will do: but this thing I may not do. And the messengers departed, and brought him word again.

¹⁰And Ben-hadad sent unto him, and said, The gods do so unto me, and more also, if the dust of Samaria shall suffice for handfuls for all the people that follow me.

¹¹And the king of Israel answered and said, Tell him, Let not him that girdeth on his harness boast himself as he that putteth it off.

¹²And it came to pass, when Ben-hadad heard this message, as he was drinking, he and the kings in the pavilions, that he said unto his servants, Set yourselves in array. And they set themselves in array against the city.

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Reflection Questions

What does it mean to you when someone threatens your security?

How do you handle intimidation in your life?

When have you felt overwhelmed by external pressures?

Life Application

faith

In times of intimidation, remember to rely on your faith for strength. Reflect on how God has helped you in past challenges.

courage

Consider a situation where you need to stand firm despite threats. How can you prepare yourself to respond with courage?

Places in This Verse

Samaria(Sebastia, West Bank today)

Samaria was the capital of the Northern Kingdom of Israel, known for its strategic location and political significance.

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