Deuteronomy 3:22 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Ye shall not fear them: for the LORD your God he shall fight for you.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Don't be afraid of them, because the LORD your God will fight for you.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is telling His people not to be afraid of their enemies because He will fight their battles for them.

📚 Historical Context

Moses spoke these words to the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land after 40 years in the wilderness. They were about to face powerful enemy nations like the Canaanites, and Moses was encouraging them before his death. This came right after God had given them victory over King Sihon and King Og, showing them that He would continue to fight for them.

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