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After these things, and this faithfulness, Sennacherib king of Assyria came, and entered into Judah, and encamped against the fortified cities, and thought to win them for himself.

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Trials Can Follow Faithfulness

Commentators emphasize that Sennacherib's invasion came immediately 'after these things, and this faithfulness.' This timing serves as a powerful reminder that periods of great obedience and spiritual reform do not guarantee a life free from trials. God sometimes allows severe tests to follow our most faithful moments.

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2 Chronicles

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Chronicles 32:1

18th Century

Theologian

Its establishment - literally, “the faithfulness of it” or, in other words, “after these things had been faithfully accomplished.”

[Re…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Chronicles 32:1

19th Century

Bishop

After these things, and their establishment. —Rather, After these matters, and this faithfulness ([Reference 2 Chronicles…

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Chronicles 32:1

17th Century

Pastor

After these things, and the establishment thereof
What are recorded in the preceding chapters, when matters were wel…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Chronicles 32:1–23

17th Century

Minister

Those who trust God with their safety must use proper means; otherwise, they tempt him. God will provide, but we also must do our part. Hezekiah ga…