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Judges 3:20 · KJV

"And Ehud came unto him; and he was sitting in a summer parlour, which he had for himself alone. And Ehud said, I have a message from God unto thee. And he arose out of his seat."

King James Version

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Passage Context

18And when he had made an end to offer the present, he sent away the people that bare the present.
19But he himself turned again from the quarries that were by Gilgal, and said, I have a secret errand unto thee, O king: who said, Keep silence. And all that stood by him went out from him.
20And Ehud came unto him; and he was sitting in a summer parlour, which he had for himself alone. And Ehud said, I have a message from God unto thee. And he arose out of his seat.
21And Ehud put forth his left hand, and took the dagger from his right thigh, and thrust it into his belly:
22And the haft also went in after the blade; and the fat closed upon the blade, so that he could not draw the dagger out of his belly; and the dirt came out.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it mean for you to have a message from God?

2

How do you prepare for important conversations?

3

When have you felt a sense of urgency to deliver a message?

Life Application

faith

Seek to understand and convey God's messages in your life, being open to His guidance.

courage

Be courageous in delivering difficult messages, trusting in God's support.

People in This Verse

EglonOT

Eglon was the king of Moab who oppressed the Israelites. His death marked a significant turning point for Israel's deliverance.

First appearance: Judges 3:15

EhudOT

Ehud was a judge of Israel known for his cunning and bravery. He delivered the Israelites from Moabite oppression by assassinating King Eglon.

First appearance: Judges 3:15

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