Genesis, 19
28. He looked towards Sodom and Gomorrah and towards all the land of the valley and he saw smoke rising from the earth like the smoke from a furnace.
28. He looked towards Sodom and Gomorrah and towards all the land of the valley and he saw smoke rising from the earth like the smoke from a furnace.
Genesis 19 tells the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, two wicked cities that were judged by God. The chapter addresses topics such as sin, divine justice, God's mercy, and the importance of obeying His commandments. Below are five verses related to these themes, in order of proximity to the chapter:
Romans 3:23: "For all have sinned and are devoid of the glory of God." This verse highlights the sinful nature of humanity, which is evidenced in Genesis 19 by the wickedness of the inhabitants of Sodom and Gomorrah.
Psalm 89:14: "Justice and law are the foundations of your throne, love and faithfulness go ahead of you." This verse highlights divine justice, which is demonstrated in Genesis 19 when God judges Sodom and Gomorrah because of his wickedness.
2 Peter 3:9: "The Lord does not take long to keep your promise, as some judge. On the contrary, he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone comes to repentance." This verse highlights God's mercy, which is evidenced in Genesis 19 when God allows Lot and his family to escape before the destruction of cities.
Exodus 20:3: "You will not have other gods beyond me." This verse highlights the importance of obeying God's commandments, which is emphasized in Genesis 19 when Lot's wife looks back during his escape and is transformed into a statue of salt as punishment for his disobedience.
John 3:16: "For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that all who believes in Him will not perish, but have eternal life." This verse highlights God's love for humanity, which is evidenced in Genesis 19 when God saves Lot and his family from the destruction of cities.
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