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Zephaniah 1:12 · KJV

"And it shall come to pass at that time, that I will search Jerusalem with candles, and punish the men that are settled on their lees: that say in their heart, The LORD will not do good, neither will he do evil."

King James Version

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Passage Context

10And it shall come to pass in that day, saith the LORD, that there shall be the noise of a cry from the fish gate, and an howling from the second, and a great crashing from the hills.
11Howl, ye inhabitants of Maktesh, for all the merchant people are cut down; all they that bear silver are cut off.
12And it shall come to pass at that time, that I will search Jerusalem with candles, and punish the men that are settled on their lees: that say in their heart, The LORD will not do good, neither will he do evil.
13Therefore their goods shall become a booty, and their houses a desolation: they shall also build houses, but not inhabit them; and they shall plant vineyards, but not drink the wine thereof.
14The great day of the LORD is near, it is near, and hasteth greatly, even the voice of the day of the LORD: the mighty man shall cry there bitterly.

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Reflection Questions

1

How often do you examine your own heart and beliefs?

2

What does it mean for you to be 'settled on your lees'?

3

When have you felt complacent in your faith?

Life Application

self-examination

Make it a habit to regularly reflect on your spiritual life and seek God's guidance.

complacency

Identify areas in your life where you may have become complacent and take action to revitalize your faith.

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The capital city of Judah, known for its religious significance and as the center of worship for the Israelites.

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