Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Har du ikke hørt det for lenge siden at det var Jeg som lot dette skje? Det var en del av Mine eldgamle planer. Nå har Jeg latt dette gå i oppfyllelse, så du skulle være et redskap til å knuse befestede byer, så de ligger som ruinhauger. Derfor hadde de liten kraft og gjorde liten motstand – de som bodde der. De ble forskrekket og var et lett bytte. Du skal vite dette, Sankerib, at Jeg vet hvor du bor og kjenner til hva du har fått til i livet. Ja, også hvordan ditt liv skal ende, vet jeg om, like så vel som hvordan du nå raser mot Meg. Du brisker deg, og din stolthet har nådd Meg opp til ørene. Derfor vil Jeg tvinge deg til å snu deg. Slik skal Jeg føre deg tilbake den veien du kom.
What Does This Mean?
This verse is God speaking to the Assyrian king, reminding him of God's power and ability to predict and control events, including the destruction of fortified cities. God is emphasizing His sovereignty over history and the Assyrian's fate.
Explained for Children
Imagine if your friend said they could break your sandcastle, and then they did. This verse is like God saying, 'I told you I could do it, and now I have.' God is showing He can do what He says He will do.
Historical Background
2 Kings was written by an unknown author, possibly a prophet or a scribe, around the 6th century BC. It details the history of the kings of Israel and Judah, and this verse comes from a confrontation between King Hezekiah and the Assyrian King Sennacherib, highlighting God's power over earthly rulers.
Living It Out Today
In modern times, this verse can be applied when facing a difficult situation that seems impossible to overcome. It reminds us that God has the power to bring about what He has promised, even if it seems unlikely.
Topics
God's sovereigntyprophecypower of Godhistorical fulfillmentdivine controlsovereignty of God