1 Samuel 12:21

“And turn ye not aside: for then should ye go after vain things, which cannot profit nor deliver; for they are vain.”

"And turn ye not aside: for then should ye go after vain things, which cannot profit nor deliver; for they are vain." - 1 Samuel 12:21
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What does 1 Samuel 12:21 mean?

The verse 1 Samuel 12:21 from the King James Version of the Bible reads: "And turn ye not aside: for then should ye go after vain things, which cannot profit nor deliver; for they are vain." This verse comes from the book of 1 Samuel, which is part of the historical books in the…

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Pursuing the True Profit: A Reflection on 1 Samuel 12:21

In the book of 1 Samuel, the prophet Samuel delivers a crucial message to the people of Israel, warning them against the dangers of turning aside to false idols and pursuits. He implores them in 1 Samuel 12:21 (KJV), "And turn ye not aside: for then should ye go after vain…

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A Prayer for Steadfastness Against the Lure of Vain Things

O Heavenly Father, As I approach Your throne of grace, I come before You with a heart full of reverence and awe for who You are. You are the Creator of the heavens and the earth, the Almighty who knows every thought and intention of my heart. I acknowledge Your greatness and…

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