2Ch 7:13 | MHM | STEP | v. 13–15 : God explained that if the nation faced trouble, such as famine, pestilence, or attacks from enemies (described as locusts devouring the land), the people could pray to him at the temple (2 Chronicles 7:13 ). However, repentance and prayer were required. The people, called by God’s name, needed to humble themselves, pray, seek God’s face, and turn from their wicked ways (2 Chronicles 7:14 ). If they did this, God promised to forgive their sins and heal their land. Forgiveness would bring restoration (Psalm 103:3; Matthew 9:2 ).

‏ 2 Chronicles 7:13

v. 13–15: God explained that if the nation faced trouble, such as famine, pestilence, or attacks from enemies (described as locusts devouring the land), the people could pray to him at the temple (2 Chronicles 7:13 ^a). However, repentance and prayer were required. The people, called by God’s name, needed to humble themselves, pray, seek God’s face, and turn from their wicked ways (2 Chronicles 7:14 ^b). If they did this, God promised to forgive their sins and heal their land. Forgiveness would bring restoration (Psalm 103:3; Matthew 9:2 ^c).