2 Chronicles 16:9

English Standard Version

9 For the eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to give strong support to those whose heart is blameless[1] toward him. You have done foolishly in this, for from now on you will have wars.” (1Sa 13:13; 1Ki 8:61; 1Ki 15:16; 1Ki 15:32; Pr 15:3; Zec 4:10) 

New International Version

9 For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him. You have done a foolish thing, and from now on you will be at war.’ 

New International Reader’s Version

9 The LORD looks out over the whole earth. He gives strength to those who commit their lives completely to him. You have done a foolish thing. From now on you will be at war.’ 

King James Version

9 For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him. Herein thou hast done foolishly: therefore from henceforth thou shalt have wars. 

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