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Nahum 2:5 · KJV

"He shall recount his worthies: they shall stumble in their walk; they shall make haste to the wall thereof, and the defence shall be prepared."

King James Version

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Passage Context

3The shield of his mighty men is made red, the valiant men are in scarlet: the chariots shall be with flaming torches in the day of his preparation, and the fir trees shall be terribly shaken.
4The chariots shall rage in the streets, they shall justle one against another in the broad ways: they shall seem like torches, they shall run like the lightnings.
5He shall recount his worthies: they shall stumble in their walk; they shall make haste to the wall thereof, and the defence shall be prepared.
6The gates of the rivers shall be opened, and the palace shall be dissolved.
7And Huzzab shall be led away captive, she shall be brought up, and her maids shall lead her as with the voice of doves, tabering upon their breasts.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond when you feel under attack?

2

What does it mean to prepare for challenges in your life?

3

When have you felt the need to defend something important to you?

Life Application

defense

Identify areas in your life where you need to strengthen your defenses, whether emotionally or spiritually.

relationships

Support friends who are facing challenges. Be there for them as they prepare to face their battles.

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