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2 Kings 19:4 · KJV

"It may be the LORD thy God will hear all the words of Rabshakeh, whom the king of Assyria his master hath sent to reproach the living God; and will reprove the words which the LORD thy God hath heard: wherefore lift up thy prayer for the remnant that are left."

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Passage Context

2And he sent Eliakim, which was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz.
3And they said unto him, Thus saith Hezekiah, This day is a day of trouble, and of rebuke, and blasphemy: for the children are come to the birth, and there is not strength to bring forth.
4It may be the LORD thy God will hear all the words of Rabshakeh, whom the king of Assyria his master hath sent to reproach the living God; and will reprove the words which the LORD thy God hath heard: wherefore lift up thy prayer for the remnant that are left.
5So the servants of king Hezekiah came to Isaiah.
6And Isaiah said unto them, Thus shall ye say to your master, Thus saith the LORD, Be not afraid of the words which thou hast heard, with which the servants of the king of Assyria have blasphemed me.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it mean for you to pray for others?

2

How do you perceive God's response to your prayers?

3

When have you witnessed the power of prayer in your life?

Life Application

prayer

Make it a practice to pray for those who are struggling or in need of support. Your prayers can be a source of hope and strength for others.

faith

Trust that God hears your prayers, especially when you advocate for others. Reflect on the importance of intercession in your spiritual life.

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

Jerusalem was the capital of Judah and a focal point for worship and national identity. It faced a dire threat from the Assyrian forces at this time.

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