Ecclesiastes 8:13 NASB
But it will not be well for the evil man
and he will not lengthen his days like a shadow,
because he does not fear God.
Other translations
King James Version
But it shall not be well with the wicked, neither shall he prolong his days, which are as a shadow; because he feareth not before God.
Devotional
Enjoying long life as a child of God comes with responsibility.
This Bible verse throws more light on how to enjoy long life.
The child of God who seeks to enjoy long life must stay far away from wickedness.
God hates wickedness, and He is angry at the wicked every day (Psalm 7:11).
The wicked do not fear God, so they have become tools in the devil’s hand to perpetuate evil.
Dear friends, don’t learn the ways of the wicked and short circuit your life.
Fear God, and your life will be prolonged.
Honor your father and mother, and God will add many days to your life (Ephesians 6:2).
Be a vessel that God can use to draw people closer to the Christ.
Prayer suggestion
▪︎ Thank the Lord for His Word.
▪︎ Ask the Lord to help you to shun every act of wickedness
▪︎ Ask the Lord to help you to live a righteousness life to His glory.
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