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2 Kings 13:23 ยท KJV

"And the LORD was gracious unto them, and had compassion on them, and had respect unto them, because of his covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and would not destroy them, neither cast he them from his presence as yet."

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Passage Context

21And it came to pass, as they were burying a man, that, behold, they spied a band of men; and they cast the man into the sepulchre of Elisha: and when the man was let down, and touched the bones of Elisha, he revived, and stood up on his feet.
22But Hazael king of Syria oppressed Israel all the days of Jehoahaz.
23And the LORD was gracious unto them, and had compassion on them, and had respect unto them, because of his covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and would not destroy them, neither cast he them from his presence as yet.
24So Hazael king of Syria died; and Ben-hadad his son reigned in his stead.
25And Jehoash the son of Jehoahaz took again out of the hand of Ben-hadad the son of Hazael the cities, which he had taken out of the hand of Jehoahaz his father by war. Three times did Joash beat him, and recovered the cities of Israel.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does God's compassion influence your view of Him?

2

What does it mean for you to be part of God's covenant?

3

When have you felt God's presence in difficult times?

Life Application

faith

Trust in God's promises can provide comfort during hardships.

relationships

Extend grace to others as God has shown grace to you.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

God's compassion in this verse reflects the grace shown through Jesus in the New Testament.

See also: Romans 9:15

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