KJV ORIGINAL
Till I make thine enemies thy footstool.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Until I put your enemies under your feet like a footstool.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God's got your back until every enemy becomes something you rest your feet on.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Luke, chapter 20, Jesus is in the temple facing questions from the chief priests and scribes about his authority as the Messiah. He quotes from Psalm 110:1, which includes the phrase "Till I make thine enemies thy footstool," to demonstrate that the Messiah is not only a descendant of David but also his divine Lord, challenging the religious leaders' limited understanding. This moment highlights the tension between Jesus and the Jewish authorities during his final days in Jerusalem.
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