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Isaiah 37:31 Β· KJV

"And the remnant that is escaped of the house of Judah shall again take root downward, and bear fruit upward:"

King James Version

What does Isaiah 37:31 mean? β†’

Passage Context

29Because thy rage against me, and thy tumult, is come up into mine ears, therefore will I put my hook in thy nose, and my bridle in thy lips, and I will turn thee back by the way by which thou camest.
30And this shall be a sign unto thee, Ye shall eat this year such as groweth of itself; and the second year that which springeth of the same: and in the third year sow ye, and reap, and plant vineyards, and eat the fruit thereof.
31And the remnant that is escaped of the house of Judah shall again take root downward, and bear fruit upward:
32For out of Jerusalem shall go forth a remnant, and they that escape out of mount Zion: the zeal of the LORD of hosts shall do this.
33Therefore thus saith the LORD concerning the king of Assyria, He shall not come into this city, nor shoot an arrow there, nor come before it with shields, nor cast a bank against it.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does the idea of a remnant give you hope?

2

What does it mean for you to take root in your faith?

3

When have you experienced renewal after a difficult time?

Life Application

hope

Focus on the potential for growth and renewal in your life, even after challenges.

faith

Nurture your spiritual roots to bear fruit in your life and community.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

This verse speaks of a remnant that will be restored, which reflects the hope found in Jesus for all believers.

See also: Romans 11:5

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