Exodus 23:23
Exodus 23:23 in Multiple Translations
For My angel will go before you and bring you into the land of the Amorites, Hittites, Perizzites, Canaanites, Hivites, and Jebusites, and I will annihilate them.
For mine Angel shall go before thee, and bring thee in unto the Amorites, and the Hittites, and the Perizzites, and the Canaanites, the Hivites, and the Jebusites: and I will cut them off.
For mine angel shall go before thee, and bring thee in unto the Amorite, and the Hittite, and the Perizzite, and the Canaanite, the Hivite, and the Jebusite: and I will cut them off.
And my angel will go before you, guiding you into the land of the Amorite and the Hittite and the Perizzite and the Canaanite and the Hivite and the Jebusite, and they will be cut off by my hand.
For my angel will go ahead of you and take you into the land of the Amorites, Hittites, Perizzites, Canaanites, Hivites, and Jebusites, and I will wipe them out.
For mine Angel shall go before thee, and bring thee vnto the Amorites, and the Hittites, and the Perizzites, and the Canaanites, the Hiuites, and the Iebusites, and I will destroy them.
'For My messenger goeth before thee, and hath brought thee in unto the Amorite, and the Hittite, and the Perizzite, and the Canaanite, the Hivite, and the Jebusite, and I have cut them off.
For my angel shall go before you, and bring you in to the Amorite, the Hittite, the Perizzite, the Canaanite, the Hivite, and the Jebusite; and I will cut them off.
For my Angel shall go before thee, and bring thee in to the Amorites, and the Hittites, and the Perizzites, and the Canaanites, and the Hivites, and the Jebusites; and I will cut them off.
And my angel shall go before thee, and shall bring thee in unto the Amorrhite, and the Hethite, and the Pherezite, and the Chanaanite, and the Hevite, and the Jebusite, whom I will destroy.
My angel will go ahead of you, and will take you to where the Amor and Heth and Periz and Canaan and Hiv and Jebus people-groups live, and I will completely get rid of them.
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Exodus 23:23 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּֽי
יֵלֵ֣ךְ
מַלְאָכִ/י֮
לְ/פָנֶי/ךָ֒
וֶ/הֱבִֽיאֲ/ךָ֗
אֶל
הָֽ/אֱמֹרִי֙
וְ/הַ֣/חִתִּ֔י
וְ/הַ/פְּרִזִּי֙
וְ/הַֽ/כְּנַעֲנִ֔י
הַ/חִוִּ֖י
וְ/הַ/יְבוּסִ֑י
וְ/הִכְחַדְתִּֽי/ו
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
יֵלֵ֣ךְ
yâlak
H3212
to walk
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
מַלְאָכִ/י֮
mălʼâk
H4397
messenger
N-ms | Suff
לְ/פָנֶי/ךָ֒
pânîym
H6440
face
Prep | N-cp | Suff
וֶ/הֱבִֽיאֲ/ךָ֗
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms | Suff
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
הָֽ/אֱמֹרִי֙
ʼĔmôrîy
H567
Amorite
Art | Ngmsa
וְ/הַ֣/חִתִּ֔י
Chittîy
H2850
Hittite
Conj | Art | Ngmsa
וְ/הַ/פְּרִזִּי֙
Pᵉrizzîy
H6522
Perizzite
Conj | Art | Ngmsa
וְ/הַֽ/כְּנַעֲנִ֔י
Kᵉnaʻanîy
H3669
Canaanitess
Conj | Art | Ngmsa
הַ/חִוִּ֖י
Chivvîy
H2340
Hivite
Art | Ngmsa
וְ/הַ/יְבוּסִ֑י
Yᵉbûwçîy
H2983
Jebus
Conj | Art | Ngmsa
וְ/הִכְחַדְתִּֽי/ו
kâchad
H3582
to hide
Conj | V-Hiphil-1cs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 23:23
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
יֵלֵ֣ךְ
yâlak
H3212
"to walk"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
To walk or go, this verb means to move from one place to another, used literally or figuratively, as in to live or die, or to lead someone.
Definition: 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] again, away, bear, bring, carry (away), come (away), depart, flow, [phrase] follow(-ing), get (away, hence, him), (cause to, made) go (away, -ing, -ne, one's way, out), grow, lead (forth), let down, march, prosper, [phrase] pursue, cause to run, spread, take away (-journey), vanish, (cause to) walk(-ing), wax, [idiom] be weak. See also: Genesis 3:14; Exodus 5:8; Deuteronomy 28:14.
מַלְאָכִ/י֮
mălʼâk
H4397
"messenger"
N-ms | Suff
A messenger or representative, often of God, like an angel, prophet, or priest, as seen in Isaiah 42:19 and Haggai 1:13, carrying out God's will.
Definition: : messenger 1) messenger, representative 1a) messenger 1b) angel 1c) the theophanic angel
Usage: Occurs in 196 OT verses. KJV: ambassador, angel, king, messenger. See also: Genesis 16:7; 2 Samuel 24:16; Psalms 34:8.
לְ/פָנֶי/ךָ֒
pânîym
H6440
"face"
Prep | N-cp | Suff
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
וֶ/הֱבִֽיאֲ/ךָ֗
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms | Suff
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
הָֽ/אֱמֹרִי֙
ʼĔmôrîy
H567
"Amorite"
Art | Ngmsa
An Amorite is a member of a Canaanite tribe, first mentioned in Genesis 10:16, descended from Canaan. The Israelites displaced them as they entered the Promised Land.
Definition: Someone descended from Amor(?), first mentioned at Gen.10.16; descended from Canaan (H3667); along with Sidon (H6721), Heth (H2845), Jebusite (H2983), Girgashite (H1622), Hivite (H2340), Arkite (H6208), Sinite (H5513), Arvadite (H0721), Zemarite (H6786) and Hamathite (H2577) § Amorite = "a sayer" one of the peoples of east Canaan and beyond the Jordan, dispossessed by the Israelite incursion from Egypt
Usage: Occurs in 86 OT verses. KJV: Amorite. See also: Genesis 10:16; Joshua 9:1; Psalms 135:11.
וְ/הַ֣/חִתִּ֔י
Chittîy
H2850
"Hittite"
Conj | Art | Ngmsa
A Hittite is a descendant of Heth, a man who lived during the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned in Genesis 10:15. The Hittites were a group of people related to the Canaanites and other nearby tribes. They are often mentioned in the Bible, including in the book of Joshua.
Definition: Someone descended from Heth who was a man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.10.15; son of: Canaan (H3667); brother of: Sidon (H6721), Jebusite (H2983), Amorite (H0567), Girgashite (H1622), Hivite (H2340), Arkite (H6208), Sinite (H5513), Arvadite (H0721), Zemarite (H6786) and Hamathite (H2577); also called Hittite (KJV: "of Heth") frequently Group of chet (חֵת "Heth" H2845) § Hittite = "descendant of Heth" the nation descended from Heth, the 2nd son of Canaan; once inhabitants of central Anatolia (modern Turkey), later in north Lebanon
Usage: Occurs in 47 OT verses. KJV: Hittite, Hittities. See also: Genesis 15:20; Joshua 24:11; Ezekiel 16:45.
וְ/הַ/פְּרִזִּי֙
Pᵉrizzîy
H6522
"Perizzite"
Conj | Art | Ngmsa
A Perizzite was a member of a Canaanite tribe, first mentioned in Genesis 13:7, that lived in southern Canaan before the conquest. They were one of the groups the Israelites encountered. The name likely means 'belonging to a village'.
Definition: Someone descended from Periz(?), first mentioned at Gen.13.7 § Perizzite = "belonging to a village" a people who inhabited southern Canaan prior to the conquest
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: Perizzite. See also: Genesis 13:7; Joshua 9:1; Nehemiah 9:8.
וְ/הַֽ/כְּנַעֲנִ֔י
Kᵉnaʻanîy
H3669
"Canaanitess"
Conj | Art | Ngmsa
A Canaanitess was a woman from the land of Canaan, known for being merchants and traders. The term is used in the Bible to describe a woman who was a mother of one of the tribe of Benjamin, as seen in Genesis and other books.
Definition: Describing a woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.46.10; mother of: Shaul (H7586H) § a merchant, trader
Usage: Occurs in 71 OT verses. KJV: Canaanite, merchant, trafficker. See also: Genesis 10:18; Joshua 11:3; Proverbs 31:24.
הַ/חִוִּ֖י
Chivvîy
H2340
"Hivite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Hivite, a member of an ancient tribe in Palestine, descended from Canaan, mentioned in Genesis 10:17.
Definition: Someone descended from Hiv(?) of the Canaanites, first mentioned at Gen.10.17; descended from Canaan (H3667); along with Sidon (H6721), Heth (H2845), Jebusite (H2983), Amorite (H0567), Girgashite (H1622), Arkite (H6208), Sinite (H5513), Arvadite (H0721), Zemarite (H6786) and Hamathite (H2577) § Hivite = "villagers" 6th generation of descendants of Canaan, the son of Ham, who were living in northern Canaan near Mount Hermon at the time of the conquest
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: Hivite. See also: Genesis 10:17; Joshua 3:10; 2 Chronicles 8:7.
וְ/הַ/יְבוּסִ֑י
Yᵉbûwçîy
H2983
"Jebus"
Conj | Art | Ngmsa
A Jebusite is a person who lives in Jebus, the early name for Jerusalem. They are descendants of Jebus, a son of Canaan. The KJV translates it as 'Jebusite'.
Definition: Jebusite = "descendants of Jebus" descendants of the 3rd son of Canaan who lived in or around the site of Jebus, the early name for Jerusalem Another spelling of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Jebusite(-s). See also: Genesis 10:16; Joshua 24:11; Zechariah 9:7.
וְ/הִכְחַדְתִּֽי/ו
kâchad
H3582
"to hide"
Conj | V-Hiphil-1cs | Suff
Kachad means to hide or conceal, and can also mean to destroy or cut off. It is used to describe being hidden or effaced.
Definition: 1) to hide, conceal, cut off, cut down, make desolate, kick 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be hidden 1a2) to be effaced, be destroyed, be cut off 1b) (Piel) to cover, hide 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to hide 1c2) to efface, annihilate
Usage: Occurs in 30 OT verses. KJV: conceal, cut down (off), desolate, hide. See also: Genesis 47:18; Job 22:20; Psalms 40:11.
Study Notes — Exodus 23:23
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- Exodus 23:23 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 23:23
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 23:23
- Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 23:23
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 23:23
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 23:23
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 23:23
- Barnes' Notes on Exodus 23:23
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 23:23
- Sermons on Exodus 23:23
Context — God’s Angel to Lead
21Pay attention to him and listen to his voice; do not defy him, for he will not forgive rebellion, since My Name is in him.
22But if you will listen carefully to his voice and do everything I say, I will be an enemy to your enemies and a foe to your foes.
23For My angel will go before you and bring you into the land of the Amorites, Hittites, Perizzites, Canaanites, Hivites, and Jebusites, and I will annihilate them.
24You must not bow down to their gods or serve them or follow their practices. Instead, you are to demolish them and smash their sacred stones to pieces. 25So you shall serve the LORD your God, and He will bless your bread and your water. And I will take away sickness from among you.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 23:20 | Behold, I am sending an angel before you to protect you along the way and to bring you to the place I have prepared. |
| 2 | Isaiah 5:13 | Therefore My people will go into exile for their lack of understanding; their dignitaries are starving and their masses are parched with thirst. |
| 3 | Genesis 15:19–21 | the land of the Kenites, Kenizzites, Kadmonites, Hittites, Perizzites, Rephaites, Amorites, Canaanites, Girgashites, and Jebusites.” |
| 4 | Genesis 34:2 | When Shechem son of Hamor the Hivite, the prince of the region, saw her, he took her and lay with her by force. |
| 5 | Exodus 3:17 | And I have promised to bring you up out of your affliction in Egypt, into the land of the Canaanites, Hittites, Amorites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites—a land flowing with milk and honey.’ |
| 6 | Exodus 32:2 | So Aaron told them, “Take off the gold earrings that are on your wives and sons and daughters, and bring them to me.” |
| 7 | Joshua 24:8–11 | Later, I brought you to the land of the Amorites who lived beyond the Jordan. They fought against you, but I delivered them into your hand, that you should possess their land when I destroyed them before you. Then Balak son of Zippor, the king of Moab, set out to fight against Israel. He sent for Balaam son of Beor to curse you, but I would not listen to Balaam. So he blessed you again and again, and I delivered you from his hand. After this, you crossed the Jordan and came to Jericho. The people of Jericho fought against you, as did the Amorites, Perizzites, Canaanites, Hittites, Girgashites, Hivites, and Jebusites, and I delivered them into your hand. |
Exodus 23:23 Summary
In Exodus 23:23, God promises to send His angel before the Israelites to guide and protect them as they enter the Promised Land. This verse reminds us that God is always with us, fighting on our behalf, and that we can trust in His power to overcome any obstacle (as seen in Romans 8:31 and Psalm 46:1). Just as God was faithful to the Israelites, He is faithful to us today, and we can have confidence in His presence and guidance in our lives. By trusting in God's power and presence, we can overcome the challenges we face and live a life that honors Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the angel mentioned in Exodus 23:23?
The angel mentioned in this verse is likely a reference to the Angel of the Lord, who is often associated with God's presence and guidance, as seen in Exodus 3:2-4:17 and Exodus 13:21-22, where He leads the Israelites through the wilderness.
What does it mean for God to 'annihilate' the nations in Canaan?
When God says He will 'annihilate' the nations in Canaan, it means He will completely destroy them, as seen in Deuteronomy 7:1-6, where God commands the Israelites to destroy the nations in the land, and in Joshua 6:21, where the city of Jericho is destroyed.
Is this verse still relevant for us today?
While the historical context of this verse is specific to the Israelites entering the Promised Land, the principle of God's presence and guidance is still relevant for believers today, as seen in Psalm 23:4, where David writes about God's presence with him, and in Hebrews 13:5-6, where God promises to never leave or forsake His people.
How does this verse relate to the concept of spiritual warfare?
This verse can be seen as a precursor to the concept of spiritual warfare, where God fights on behalf of His people, as seen in Ephesians 6:10-18, where believers are encouraged to put on the armor of God to fight against spiritual enemies.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for God to 'go before' us, and how can we trust in His guidance and protection in our lives?
- How can we, like the Israelites, be confident in God's power to overcome the 'enemies' we face in our lives, whether they be spiritual, emotional, or physical?
- What are some ways we can 'demolish' the 'sacred stones' of our own lives, such as idols or sinful habits, and replace them with a deeper devotion to God?
- How can we, as believers, be a part of God's plan to bring light and salvation to a world that is often opposed to Him?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 23:23
For mine Angel shall go before thee,.... The same as before described: and bring thee in unto the Amorite, and the Hittite, and the Perizzite, and the Canaanite, and the Hivite, and the Jebusite; six
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 23:23
Behold, I send an Angel before thee, to keep thee in the way, and to bring thee into the place which I have prepared. Behold, I send an Angel before thee. The word "Behold" introduces a new paragraph or division.
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 23:23
Exodus 23:23 For mine Angel shall go before thee, and bring thee in unto the Amorites, and the Hittites, and the Perizzites, and the Canaanites, the Hivites, and the Jebusites: and I will cut them off.Ver. 23. For mine angel.] Heb., Malachi; which is by transposition of letters Michael, as some Rabbis have observed.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 23:23
(23) I will cut them off.—Or, cut them down—i.e., make them cease to be nations, not exterminate them utterly. Jebusites, Hittites, and others continued to inhabit Canaan, and were probably absorbed ultimately into the Hebrew population, having become full proselytes.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 23:23
Verse 23. Unto the Amorites] There are only six of the seven nations mentioned here, but the Septuagint, Samaritan, Coptic, and one Hebrew MS., add Girgashite, thus making the seven nations.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 23:23
23. the Amorite, &c.] see on Exodus 3:8. cut them off] Exodus 9:15, 1 Kings 13:34 (D2[196]). A rare word. [196] Deuteronomic passages in Josh., Jud., Kings.
Barnes' Notes on Exodus 23:23
I will cut them off - The national existence of the Canaanites was indeed to be “utterly” destroyed, every trace of their idolatries was to be blotted out, no social contact was to be held with them
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 23:23
23. The Amorites — On the names and location of these tribes see notes and map at Joshua 3:10.
Sermons on Exodus 23:23
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A Pastor's Telling of the Life of a.w. Tozer by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of effective and impactful preaching. He discusses the need to avoid cliches and repetitive phrases, and instead focus on del |
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The Conqueror From Edom by Bob Phillips | In this sermon, the preacher discusses two classes of people mentioned in the Bible. One class experiences the wrath of God, with their blood and strength poured out on the earth. |
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Christian Armament 04 Armed W-Care for Church by Neil Fraser | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on a passage from Luke's Gospel chapter 10, where a lawyer asks Jesus how to inherit eternal life. Jesus responds by quoting the law, which stat |
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The Necessity of God's Presence by R. Edward Miller | In this sermon, the speaker shares his experiences in Argentina where the presence of God was strong and evident among the people. He recalls how some individuals would gather outs |
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Detailed Obedience by Brian Guerin | Brian Guerin emphasizes the significance of detailed obedience to God's voice, drawing parallels between the biblical story of Moses and contemporary issues such as abortion. He hi |
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The Horizon of Divine Purpose - Part 1 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of seeing the person and purpose as interconnected. They express a strong burden for delivering this message and believe it is |
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The Reality of Hell by Don Perkins | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of teaching about the reality of hell in churches. He prays for God to open the scriptures and help the congregation understa |