Isaiah 46:12 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Hearken unto me, ye stouthearted, that are far from righteousness:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Listen to me, you stubborn people who are far away from doing what's right:

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is calling out to stubborn, rebellious people who have turned away from living righteously, asking them to listen to what He has to say.

📚 Historical Context

Isaiah was speaking to the people of Israel during a time of spiritual rebellion and impending judgment. Many had turned away from God's ways and were relying on their own strength and foreign idols instead of trusting in the Lord. This verse introduces God's plea to those who had hardened their hearts against Him.

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