Jeremiah 46:5 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Wherefore have I seen them dismayed and turned away back? and their mighty ones are beaten down, and are fled apace, and look not back: for fear was round about, saith the LORD.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Why am I watching them fall apart and retreat? Their strongest warriors are getting crushed, running away as fast as they can without even looking back. Fear has them completely surrounded, says the Lord.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When God moves, even the strongest people can't help but run scared.

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