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2 Chronicles 36:15 · KJV

"And the LORD God of their fathers sent to them by his messengers, rising up betimes, and sending; because he had compassion on his people, and on his dwelling place:"

King James Version

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Passage Context

13And he also rebelled against king Nebuchadnezzar, who had made him swear by God: but he stiffened his neck, and hardened his heart from turning unto the LORD God of Israel.
14Moreover all the chief of the priests, and the people, transgressed very much after all the abominations of the heathen; and polluted the house of the LORD which he had hallowed in Jerusalem.
15And the LORD God of their fathers sent to them by his messengers, rising up betimes, and sending; because he had compassion on his people, and on his dwelling place:
16But they mocked the messengers of God, and despised his words, and misused his prophets, until the wrath of the LORD arose against his people, till there was no remedy.
17Therefore he brought upon them the king of the Chaldees, who slew their young men with the sword in the house of their sanctuary, and had no compassion upon young man or maiden, old man, or him that stooped for age: he gave them all into his hand.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you recognize God's messages in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to respond to God's compassion?

3

When have you felt God reaching out to you through others?

Life Application

faith

Make it a habit to listen for God's voice in your daily life, whether through scripture, prayer, or others.

compassion

Consider ways you can show compassion to those around you, reflecting God's love.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

This verse highlights God's compassion and desire to reach His people, a theme that resonates with Jesus' mission to save and redeem humanity.

See also: Matthew 23:37

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