Ewe 1913 (Biblia alo Ŋɔŋlɔ Kɔkɔe La Le Eʋegbe Me 1913)
Elabena ale ame gã, si ɖo kpo, eli tegbee, eye eƒe ŋkɔ nye kɔkɔe la, gblɔ esi: Mele dzi kple kɔkɔeƒe la, mele amesi wogbã gudugudu, kple amesi ƒe gbɔgbɔ wobɔbɔ de anyi la gbɔ, ne magbɔ agbe amesiwo wobɔbɔ ɖe anyi la ƒe gbɔgbɔ, eye magbɔ agbe amesiwo wogbã gudugudu la ƒe dzi.
What Does This Mean?
This verse is from God, who says He lives in a high, holy place but also with those who are humble and broken-hearted. God's goal is to give new life to those who are humble and contrite.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a friend who only wants to play with you when you're being nice and kind. That's like God, who loves to be with people who are humble and sorry for their wrongdoings. God gives them new hope and happiness.
Historical Background
Isaiah, a prophet, wrote this around 700 BC. The audience was the people of Judah, who were facing threats from other nations. God is reminding them of His holiness and His care for the humble.
Living It Out Today
A modern example could be a person who has made mistakes and is feeling down. This verse reminds them that God is close to those who are humble and will help them find new hope and strength.