Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Når Jeg sprer disse menneskene blant folkeslagene utover i landene, skal de forstå at Jeg er Herren. Men Jeg skal spare noen få av mennene deres – de skal ikke drepes av fiendens sverd, av pest eller sult. Blant folkeslagene der de kommer, skal de fortelle om alt det dere har gjort galt – om de mange grusomme handlingene deres. Da skal de kjenne og forstå at Jeg er Herren.»
What Does This Mean?
This verse is from God, speaking through the prophet Ezekiel. It says that when God scatters the people among other nations, they will realize that He is the Lord. The key message is that God's actions will prove His sovereignty.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a big bag of marbles, and you scatter them in your room. When you find them all over, you realize the bag was full of marbles. This verse is like that, but God is saying that when He spreads the people far apart, they will realize He is in charge.
Historical Background
Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this verse around 593 BCE while in exile in Babylon. He addressed the people of Judah, who were being exiled for their disobedience to God. This verse speaks to the cultural setting of displacement and exile.
Living It Out Today
In today's world, this verse can be applied to understanding God's sovereignty in times of difficulty. For example, if someone moves to a new country due to job loss and finds unexpected blessings, they may realize God's control over their circumstances.