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Genesis 6:7 · KJV

"And the LORD said, I will destroy man whom I have created from the face of the earth; both man, and beast, and the creeping thing, and the fowls of the air; for it repenteth me that I have made them."

King James Version

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Passage Context

5And GOD saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually.
6And it repented the LORD that he had made man on the earth, and it grieved him at his heart.
7And the LORD said, I will destroy man whom I have created from the face of the earth; both man, and beast, and the creeping thing, and the fowls of the air; for it repenteth me that I have made them.
8But Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD.
9These are the generations of Noah: Noah was a just man and perfect in his generations, and Noah walked with God.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does understanding God's sorrow impact your view of sin?

2

What does it mean for you that God regrets creation?

3

When have you felt the weight of your actions on others?

Life Application

faith

Consider how your actions align with God's will. Reflect on changes you can make to live more righteously.

relationships

Evaluate how your behavior affects those around you and strive to foster positive interactions.

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