Psalms 94:14 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

For the LORD will not cast off his people, neither will he forsake his inheritance.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

For the LORD will not reject his people, and he will not abandon those who belong to him.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is promising that he will never give up on his people or abandon those who are his.

📚 Historical Context

This psalm was likely written during a time when Israel faced oppression from wicked rulers and wondered if God had forgotten them. The psalmist is reminding the people of God's covenant faithfulness despite their current suffering. In ancient Israel, an 'inheritance' referred to something precious passed down through generations - here referring to God's chosen people as his treasured possession.

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