Zephaniah 3:7
The Scripture
(7) I said, Surely thou wilt fear me, thou wilt receive instruction; so their dwelling should not be cut off, howsoever I punished them: but they rose early, and corrupted all their doings.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
Zephaniah 3 describes the people of Judah and Jerusalem fearing the coming judgment and seeking God's protection. The chapter emphasizes that God will deliver them if they remain faithful and avoid idolatry. It also warns that the nations will be punished for their sins.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
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Related verses (shared words)
II Kings 8:12Exodus 15:26Jeremiah 38:15Judges 4:8Ruth 4:4I Samuel 1:11