KJV ORIGINAL
Yet the LORD would not destroy Judah for David his servant’s sake, as he promised him to give him alway a light, and to his children.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
But the LORD refused to destroy Judah because of his servant David, since he had promised David that he and his descendants would always have a light.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is showing his faithfulness by keeping his promise to David, sparing Judah from destruction even when they deserved punishment.
📚 Historical Context
This verse occurs during the reign of King Jehoram of Judah, who was following the evil practices of the northern kingdom of Israel. Despite Judah's unfaithfulness and rebellion against God, the LORD chose not to destroy the nation completely. This restraint was based on the covenant God had made with King David centuries earlier, promising that David's line would continue forever.
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