‏ Genesis 19:24

Genesis 19:24-25: Destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah

In these verses, God brings judgment on Sodom and Gomorrah by raining down fire and brimstone from heaven. This destruction comes only after Lot and his family are safely out of the city, showing that God saves the righteous before judgment falls. The punishment is total and leaves nothing behind, turning a once fertile area into a barren wasteland. This event stands as a warning for all generations about how serious sin is and how real God’s judgment can be (Genesis 19:24-25 a).

v. 24: When Lot is safely in Zoar, the Lord sends fire and brimstone from heaven onto Sodom and Gomorrah. This is a special act of God’s power, not a natural disaster. God, who is the Savior, is also the Judge who punishes those who reject Him (Job 31:3; Psalm 11:6 b; Job 18:15 c).

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