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Deuteronomy 28:41 · KJV

"Thou shalt beget sons and daughters, but thou shalt not enjoy them; for they shall go into captivity."

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Passage Context

39Thou shalt plant vineyards, and dress them, but shalt neither drink of the wine, nor gather the grapes; for the worms shall eat them.
40Thou shalt have olive trees throughout all thy coasts, but thou shalt not anoint thyself with the oil; for thine olive shall cast his fruit.
41Thou shalt beget sons and daughters, but thou shalt not enjoy them; for they shall go into captivity.
42All thy trees and fruit of thy land shall the locust consume.
43The stranger that is within thee shall get up above thee very high; and thou shalt come down very low.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to loss in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to enjoy your family?

3

When have you felt the consequences of your actions?

Life Application

family

Cherish your relationships and spend quality time with loved ones.

faith

Reflect on your commitments to God and the impact on your family.

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