2 Chronicles 32:9 · KJV

"After this did Sennacherib king of Assyria send his servants to Jerusalem, (but he himself laid siege against Lachish, and all his power with him,) unto Hezekiah king of Judah, and unto all Judah that were at Jerusalem, saying,"

King James Version

Passage Context

⁷Be strong and courageous, be not afraid nor dismayed for the king of Assyria, nor for all the multitude that is with him: for there be more with us than with him:

⁸With him is an arm of flesh; but with us is the LORD our God to help us, and to fight our battles. And the people rested themselves upon the words of Hezekiah king of Judah.

⁹After this did Sennacherib king of Assyria send his servants to Jerusalem, (but he himself laid siege against Lachish, and all his power with him,) unto Hezekiah king of Judah, and unto all Judah that were at Jerusalem, saying,

¹⁰Thus saith Sennacherib king of Assyria, Whereon do ye trust, that ye abide in the siege in Jerusalem?

¹¹Doth not Hezekiah persuade you to give over yourselves to die by famine and by thirst, saying, The LORD our God shall deliver us out of the hand of the king of Assyria?

Read full chapter →

Reflection Questions

What does it mean for you when you feel under siege?

How do you respond to external pressures in your life?

When have you felt the need to stand firm in your beliefs?

Life Application

resilience

Standing firm during difficult times can strengthen your character. Think of a situation where you had to maintain your stance.

leadership

In times of crisis, effective leadership is crucial. Reflect on how you can lead by example in your community.

People in This Verse

Hezekiah king of JudahOT

Hezekiah was a reforming king who trusted God during a time of Assyrian aggression. He is known for his faithfulness and efforts to restore true worship in Judah.

First appearance: 2 Kings 18:1

Sennacherib king of AssyriaOT

Sennacherib was a powerful king of Assyria known for his military conquests and brutal tactics. His siege of Jerusalem is one of the most notable events during his reign.

First appearance: 2 Kings 18:13

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The capital of Judah, Jerusalem was a significant religious and political center. It was under siege by the Assyrians during Hezekiah's reign.

Lachish(Tel Lachish today)

Lachish was an important city in Judah that was captured by the Assyrians before their siege of Jerusalem. It served as a military stronghold.

Related Prayers

🏥Healing & Health

A Prayer for Strength in Waiting

Dear God, I find myself in a season of waiting that feels endless. After years of trying to conceive, I am filled with frustration and fear. My faith

🌍 Global Prayer Community

Someone is praying for you right now.

Pray requests. Thanksgiving. Daily reminders. All in your pocket.

Daily Bible in Your Inbox

Get a daily verse, devotional, and prayer delivered every morning.