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1 Kings 20:12 · KJV

"And 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."

King James Version

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Passage Context

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.
13And, behold, there came a prophet unto Ahab king of Israel, saying, Thus saith the LORD, Hast thou seen all this great multitude? behold, I will deliver it into thine hand this day; and thou shalt know that I am the LORD.
14And Ahab said, By whom? And he said, Thus saith the LORD, Even by the young men of the princes of the provinces. Then he said, Who shall order the battle? And he answered, Thou.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you react when faced with a challenge?

2

What does it mean for you to prepare for difficult situations?

3

When have you felt compelled to take action in a crisis?

Life Application

action

When facing challenges, take proactive steps to prepare. Reflect on how you can better equip yourself for future difficulties.

leadership

Consider how you can lead others during times of crisis. What qualities do you need to develop to inspire confidence?

People in This Verse

Ben-hadadOT

Ben-hadad was the king of Aram and an adversary of Israel. His reign was marked by military campaigns against Israel, reflecting the turbulent political landscape of the time.

First appearance: 1 Kings 15:18

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