Ezekiel 21:13 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Because it is a trial, and what if the sword contemn even the rod? it shall be no more, saith the Lord GOD.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

This is all a test, and what happens when the sword completely destroys even the scepter of rule? Then there won't be anything left, says the Lord God.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Even the strongest powers aren't permanent when God decides it's time for change.

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