2 Chronicles 20:16 · KJV

"To morrow go ye down against them: behold, they come up by the cliff of Ziz; and ye shall find them at the end of the brook, before the wilderness of Jeruel."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹⁴Then upon Jahaziel the son of Zechariah, the son of Benaiah, the son of Jeiel, the son of Mattaniah, a Levite of the sons of Asaph, came the Spirit of the LORD in the midst of the congregation;

¹⁵And he said, Hearken ye, all Judah, and ye inhabitants of Jerusalem, and thou king Jehoshaphat, Thus saith the LORD unto you, Be not afraid nor dismayed by reason of this great multitude; for the battle is not your's, but God's.

¹⁶To morrow go ye down against them: behold, they come up by the cliff of Ziz; and ye shall find them at the end of the brook, before the wilderness of Jeruel.

¹⁷Ye shall not need to fight in this battle: set yourselves, stand ye still, and see the salvation of the LORD with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: fear not, nor be dismayed; to morrow go out against them: for the LORD will be with you.

¹⁸And Jehoshaphat bowed his head with his face to the ground: and all Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem fell before the LORD, worshipping the LORD.

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Reflection Questions

How do you respond to challenges in your life?

What does seeking God's guidance mean for you?

When have you felt led to confront a difficult situation?

Life Application

faith

Trusting in God's direction can provide peace in uncertainty. Consider praying for guidance when facing tough decisions.

courage

Facing challenges requires courage; take steps to confront your fears with faith.

People in This Verse

JehoshaphatOT

The son of Ahilud, serving as the recorder during David's reign. His role was vital for maintaining the historical records of the kingdom.

First appearance: 2 Samuel 8:16

Places in This Verse

Ziz

A location near Judah, significant during military confrontations. Its exact location is uncertain but is associated with strategic battles.

Jeruel

A wilderness area near Judah where significant events occurred during Jehoshaphat's reign. It symbolizes God's intervention in battles.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

The act of praising God before battle reflects the New Testament theme of worship and reliance on God.

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