Papua New Guinea Tok Pisin (Buk Baibel Long Tok Pisin 2008 + DC)
Long wanem, strong bilong kantri Siria i no winim strong bilong Damaskus, em biktaun bilong ol. Na strong bilong Damaskus i no winim strong bilong King Resin. Na strong bilong kantri Israel i no winim strong bilong Samaria, em biktaun bilong ol. Na strong bilong Samaria i no winim strong bilong dispela king bilong ol. Insait long 65 yia kantri Israel bai i bagarap na ol manmeri bai i bruk nabaut na nem bilong ol bai i pinis. Na sapos yupela Juda i no bilip long mi, bai yupela tu i no inap i stap longpela taim.”
What Does This Mean?
Isaiah tells King Ahaz that Syria and its ruler Rezin will remain as they are, but in 65 years, the northern kingdom of Ephraim will be destroyed. This verse predicts future events and assures King Ahaz of God's plan.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a big puzzle, and the main piece is Damascus, and the ruler Rezin is like the puzzle's handle. The verse is saying that in about 65 years, another piece called Ephraim will break and won't be part of the puzzle anymore.
Historical Background
Isaiah, a prophet, wrote this around 735 BC during the reign of King Ahaz of Judah. The Assyrian threat was looming, and King Ahaz was worried about the alliance between Israel (Ephraim) and Syria.
Living It Out Today
In our modern context, this verse reminds us that God has a timeline and plan for nations and individuals. Just like Ephraim, we can face challenges, but we can trust that God's plan includes our future.