22:4,5
The coming destruction was not a random event, it was not a capricious act on God’s part. Rather, it was the result of Judah’s persistent sin, and judgement upon her actions. If they obeyed God’s commands then the kings would be glorified and the city would prosper. But if they did not then the palace would become a ruin, and this would happen as a result of God’s decree.
22:6,7
The palace was precious to God, something to be treasured, yet He would make it into a wasteland. Why? Because Judah’s sin was so great and so persistent. I have said this before, and will say it now and no doubt again. When people ask “how can a God of love send people to hell” they are demonstrating a total lack of understanding. The fact that a God of love sends people to hell is not an indication of a lack of love on His part, put a demonstration of the depths of our sin. The palace would be completely destroyed. God is talking specifically about the palace here because His words are directed towards the king and so He is talking about something that is precious to the king.
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