2 Chronicles 15:7

Arabic Bible AVD 1999 (الكتاب المقدس)

فَتَشَدَّدُوا أَنْتُمْ وَلَا تَرْتَخِ أَيْدِيكُمْ لِأَنَّ لِعَمَلِكُمْ أَجْرًا».

What Does This Mean?

This verse from 2 Chronicles 15:7 encourages the people to be strong and not give up, promising that their efforts will be rewarded. Asa, a king, is speaking to the people of Judah, encouraging them in their work and faith.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're building a big Lego castle. Sometimes it's hard, and you might feel tired or want to stop. But just like this verse says, you should keep going strong because when you finish, you'll be really proud and happy with what you've built!

Historical Background

The book of 2 Chronicles was written by the Chronicler, a historian who lived in the post-exilic period, around 400 BCE. The Chronicler wrote this to encourage the people of Judah, who were rebuilding their society and faith after returning from exile.

Living It Out Today

Think about a time when you were working on a big project at school or at work. Maybe you felt tired or unsure if it was worth it. This verse reminds us to stay strong and keep working hard because the effort we put in will pay off.

Topics

• faith
• perseverance
• reward
• encouragement
• strength
• work

Related Verses

• Exodus 15:1
• Proverbs 10:4
• Nehemiah 6:9
• Philippians 4:13
• Hebrews 12:1

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in 2 Chronicles 15:7?

Asa, a king of Judah, is speaking to the people, encouraging them to persevere in their work and faith.

What is the main message of 2 Chronicles 15:7?

The main message is to stay strong and not give up because your efforts will be rewarded.

How does this verse relate to modern times?

This verse can apply to any situation where you need to keep going, like a big project or a hard job, reminding you that your efforts will be worth it.

Can you give an example of how this verse has been used in sermons?

Preachers often use this verse to encourage their congregation to stay strong in their faith and efforts, promising that their work will be rewarded, just like the people of Judah.