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Isaiah 45:13 · KJV

"I have raised him up in righteousness, and I will direct all his ways: he shall build my city, and he shall let go my captives, not for price nor reward, saith the LORD of hosts."

King James Version

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Passage Context

11Thus saith the LORD, the Holy One of Israel, and his Maker, Ask me of things to come concerning my sons, and concerning the work of my hands command ye me.
12I have made the earth, and created man upon it: I, even my hands, have stretched out the heavens, and all their host have I commanded.
13I have raised him up in righteousness, and I will direct all his ways: he shall build my city, and he shall let go my captives, not for price nor reward, saith the LORD of hosts.
14Thus saith the LORD, The labour of Egypt, and merchandise of Ethiopia and of the Sabeans, men of stature, shall come over unto thee, and they shall be thine: they shall come after thee; in chains they shall come over, and they shall fall down unto thee, they shall make supplication unto thee, saying, Surely God is in thee; and there is none else, there is no God.
15Verily thou art a God that hidest thyself, O God of Israel, the Saviour.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you perceive God's guidance in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to trust in God's direction?

3

When have you experienced God's provision in unexpected ways?

Life Application

faith

Seek God's direction in your decisions, trusting that He will guide your steps.

service

Be open to serving others, knowing that God can use you for His purposes.

People in This Verse

CyrusOT

King of Persia who allowed the Jewish exiles to return to their homeland and rebuild the temple, fulfilling God's promise.

First appearance: 2 Chronicles 36:22

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

This verse emphasizes God's righteousness and His role in delivering His people, themes that are central to the message of Jesus.

See also: Romans 3:22

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