Psalms 89:31 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

If they break my statutes, and keep not my commandments;

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

If they break my laws and don't follow my commands;

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is acknowledging that His people might disobey His rules and fail to follow what He has asked of them.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of Psalm 89, which celebrates God's covenant with King David and his descendants. The psalmist is reflecting on God's promise to establish David's throne forever, while also acknowledging the conditional nature of blessings based on obedience. This was written during a time when Israel's kings were expected to follow God's laws to maintain the covenant relationship.

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