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Isaiah 59:21

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
As for me, this is my covenant with them, saith the LORD; My spirit that is upon thee, and my words which I have put in thy mouth, shall not depart out of thy mouth, nor out of the mouth of thy seed, nor out of the mouth of thy seed’s seed, saith the LORD, from henceforth and for ever.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

As for me, this is my promise to them, says the LORD: My Spirit that is with you, and my words that I have placed in your mouth, will never leave your mouth, or the mouths of your children, or the mouths of your children's children, says the LORD, from now on and forever.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is promising that His Spirit and His words will remain with His people and be passed down through every generation forever.

📚 Historical Context

During the time of the prophet Isaiah in ancient Judah, around the 8th century BC, the nation was facing divine judgment for their widespread sins and broken covenant with God, as Isaiah delivered messages of both warning and hope. In this verse, God promises that His Spirit and the words He has placed in the mouths of His servants will endure through generations, signifying an everlasting commitment to His people amid their unfaithfulness. This reflects the broader biblical theme of God's redemptive plan, pointing toward future restoration.

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