KJV ORIGINAL
Howbeit the LORD would not destroy the house of David, because of the covenant that he had made with David, and as he promised to give a light to him and to his sons for ever.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
However, the LORD would not destroy David's family line because of the covenant he had made with David, and because he had promised to give a light to David and his descendants forever.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is showing his faithfulness by keeping his promise to David's family, even when they don't deserve it.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes during the reign of King Jehoram, David's descendant, who was doing evil and leading Judah away from God. Despite Jehoram's wickedness and the nation's rebellion, God remained faithful to the covenant he made with David centuries earlier. The 'light' refers to the promise that David's dynasty would continue and ultimately lead to the Messiah.
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