Psalms 105:19 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Until the time that his word came: the word of the LORD tried him.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Until the time when God's promise came true: the Lord's word tested him.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is saying that God allowed Joseph to be tested and refined through difficult circumstances until the right time came for God's promises to be fulfilled.

📚 Historical Context

This verse from Psalm 105 is part of a psalm that recounts God's faithfulness to Israel, specifically highlighting the story of Joseph from the Book of Genesis. Joseph endured years of hardship after being sold into slavery by his brothers and falsely imprisoned in Egypt, all while holding onto dreams and promises from God. The "word of the LORD" that tried him refers to these divine revelations that tested his character and patience until God's plan was fulfilled.

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