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2 Kings 8:19 · KJV

"Yet the LORD would not destroy Judah for David his servant's sake, as he promised him to give him alway a light, and to his children."

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Passage Context

17Thirty and two years old was he when he began to reign; and he reigned eight years in Jerusalem.
18And he walked in the way of the kings of Israel, as did the house of Ahab: for the daughter of Ahab was his wife: and he did evil in the sight of the LORD.
19Yet the LORD would not destroy Judah for David his servant's sake, as he promised him to give him alway a light, and to his children.
20In his days Edom revolted from under the hand of Judah, and made a king over themselves.
21So Joram went over to Zair, and all the chariots with him: and he rose by night, and smote the Edomites which compassed him about, and the captains of the chariots: and the people fled into their tents.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you see God's faithfulness in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to have hope in difficult times?

3

When have you experienced God's promises in your own journey?

Life Application

faith

Reflect on the promises God has made in your life and how they can give you hope.

trust

In moments of uncertainty, remind yourself of God's past faithfulness to strengthen your trust in Him.

Connection to Jesus

messianic prophecy

This verse emphasizes God's promise to David, which ultimately leads to the lineage of Jesus.

See also: Acts 13:22-23

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