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2 Kings 17:33 · KJV

"They feared the LORD, and served their own gods, after the manner of the nations whom they carried away from thence."

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Passage Context

31And the Avites made Nibhaz and Tartak, and the Sepharvites burnt their children in fire to Adrammelech and Anammelech, the gods of Sepharvaim.
32So they feared the LORD, and made unto themselves of the lowest of them priests of the high places, which sacrificed for them in the houses of the high places.
33They feared the LORD, and served their own gods, after the manner of the nations whom they carried away from thence.
34Unto this day they do after the former manners: they fear not the LORD, neither do they after their statutes, or after their ordinances, or after the law and commandment which the LORD commanded the children of Jacob, whom he named Israel;
35With whom the LORD had made a covenant, and charged them, saying, Ye shall not fear other gods, nor bow yourselves to them, nor serve them, nor sacrifice to them:

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you balance your faith with worldly influences?

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What does serving God alongside other interests look like for you?

3

When have you felt torn between following God and fitting in?

Life Application

relationships

Evaluate your relationships and ensure they encourage you to serve God wholeheartedly.

faith

Identify any areas where you might be compromising your faith for cultural acceptance.

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