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Genesis 4:13 · KJV

"And Cain said unto the LORD, My punishment is greater than I can bear."

King James Version

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Passage Context

11And now art thou cursed from the earth, which hath opened her mouth to receive thy brother's blood from thy hand;
12When thou tillest the ground, it shall not henceforth yield unto thee her strength; a fugitive and a vagabond shalt thou be in the earth.
13And Cain said unto the LORD, My punishment is greater than I can bear.
14Behold, thou hast driven me out this day from the face of the earth; and from thy face shall I be hid; and I shall be a fugitive and a vagabond in the earth; and it shall come to pass, that every one that findeth me shall slay me.
15And the LORD said unto him, Therefore whosoever slayeth Cain, vengeance shall be taken on him sevenfold. And the LORD set a mark upon Cain, lest any finding him should kill him.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond when facing consequences for your actions?

2

What does it mean for you to bear a heavy burden?

3

When have you felt overwhelmed by your mistakes?

Life Application

grief

Acknowledge your feelings when facing loss or punishment. Seek support from others to help bear your burdens.

faith

Trust in God's plan even when consequences feel overwhelming. Reflect on how faith can provide strength in difficult times.

People in This Verse

CainOT

The firstborn son of Adam and Eve, known for his agricultural pursuits.

First appearance: Genesis 4:1

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