2 Chronicles 16:8 · KJV
"Were not the Ethiopians and the Lubims a huge host, with very many chariots and horsemen? yet, because thou didst rely on the LORD, he delivered them into thine hand."
King James Version
What does 2 Chronicles 16:8 mean? →Passage Context
6Then Asa the king took all Judah; and they carried away the stones of Ramah, and the timber thereof, wherewith Baasha was building; and he built therewith Geba and Mizpah.
7And at that time Hanani the seer came to Asa king of Judah, and said unto him, Because thou hast relied on the king of Syria, and not relied on the LORD thy God, therefore is the host of the king of Syria escaped out of thine hand.
8Were not the Ethiopians and the Lubims a huge host, with very many chariots and horsemen? yet, because thou didst rely on the LORD, he delivered them into thine hand.
9For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him. Herein thou hast done foolishly: therefore from henceforth thou shalt have wars.
10Then Asa was wroth with the seer, and put him in a prison house; for he was in a rage with him because of this thing. And Asa oppressed some of the people the same time.
Reflection Questions
1
How does reliance on God manifest in your life?
2
What does it mean for you to trust in a higher power?
3
When have you experienced a victory that felt divinely inspired?
Life Application
faith
Consider ways to deepen your trust in God during challenging times.
grief
Reflect on how faith can provide comfort in moments of loss.
People in This Verse
AsaOT
Asa was the third king of Judah, known for his religious reforms and efforts to eradicate idolatry from the kingdom.
First appearance: 1 Kings 15:8
Connection to Jesus
gospel theme
This verse illustrates the theme of trusting in God for deliverance, which is central to Jesus' message of faith.
See also: Matthew 6:30
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