1 Samuel 12:14 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

If ye will fear the LORD, and serve him, and obey his voice, and not rebel against the commandment of the LORD, then shall both ye and also the king that reigneth over you continue following the LORD your God:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

If you will respect and honor the LORD, serve him faithfully, listen to what he says, and not rebel against the LORD's commands, then both you and the king who rules over you will continue to follow the LORD your God.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Samuel is telling the people that if they and their king stay faithful to God by respecting, serving, and obeying Him, they will remain in God's favor.

📚 Historical Context

Samuel is giving his farewell address to Israel after they had demanded a king like other nations, despite God's warning through Samuel. This comes right after Saul has been established as Israel's first king, and Samuel is laying out the conditions for their continued blessing under this new monarchy.

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