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20Nevertheless, I have this against you: You tolerate that…

“20Nevertheless, I have this against you: You tolerate that woman Jezebel,v who calls herself a prophetess. By her teaching she misleads my servants into sexual immorality and the eating of food sacrificed to idols. 21I have given her timew to repent of her immorality, but she is unwilling.x 22So I…” quote by Lee Strobel
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““20Nevertheless, I have this against you: You tolerate that woman Jezebel,v who calls herself a prophetess. By her teaching she misleads my servants into sexual immorality and the eating of food sacrificed to idols. 21I have given her timew to repent of her immorality, but she is unwilling.x 22So I will cast her on a bed of suffering, and I will make those who commit adulteryy with her suffer intensely, unless they repent of her ways.””

Lee Strobel

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

False prophets who lead others into immorality must be confronted; repentance is essential to avoid suffering.

In simple terms: Reject harmful teachings and seek repentance.

Key Takeaway

Stand against corrupt influences.

Themes

faith morality justice

Mood

cautionary serious

Type

biblical ethical

When to use this quote

  • church leadership
  • counseling
  • community groups
  • personal discernment

Key Concepts

theology ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you discern true guidance?
  • What steps foster repentance?
A Different Perspective

Condemnation may alienate and hinder redemption.

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