2 Chronicles 20:29 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And the fear of God was on all the kingdoms of those countries, when they had heard that the LORD fought against the enemies of Israel.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

When all the kingdoms in those lands heard that the LORD had fought against Israel's enemies, they were filled with awe and reverence for God.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God's powerful victory on behalf of His people caused surrounding nations to respect and fear Him.

📚 Historical Context

During the reign of King Jehoshaphat in Judah, around the 9th century BC, the nation faced a large coalition of enemies intent on invasion. Jehoshaphat led the people in prayer and fasting, and God miraculously caused the enemy armies to destroy themselves. As a result, news of this divine victory spread, instilling fear of God in the surrounding kingdoms.

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