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But be you strong, and don`t let your hands be slack; for your work shall be rewarded.
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A Call to Finish the Work
Commentators clarify that the "work" mentioned is the specific, difficult task King Asa had begun: rooting out idolatry and reforming the nation's worship. The prophet's encouragement was a direct command to finish this job with vigor, assuring them that their efforts would be rewarded by God with peace and success.
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2 Chronicles
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19th Century
Anglican
Be you strong therefore. —Rather, But you, be you strong.
Be weak. — Droop, or hang …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Be you strong therefore, and let not your hands be weak Be hearty, earnest, and vigorous, and not languid and remiss…
Presbyterian
The work of complete reformation appeared so difficult that Asa did not have the courage to attempt it until he was assured of Divine assistance an…
