"Do not be like your parents and your fellow Israelites, who were unfaithful to the LORD, the God of their ancestors, so that he made them an object of horror, as you see." 2 Chronicles 30:7 Hezekiah had become king and had the temple cleaned up and rededicated to God. He called for a celebration... Continue Reading →
2 Chronicles 26:16 The Challenge Of Power
But after Uzziah became powerful, his pride led to his downfall. He was unfaithful to the LORD his God, and entered the temple of the LORD to burn incense on the altar of incense. 2 Chronicles 26:16 Uzziah had become king of Judah at the age of sixteen. He started off being very faithful to... Continue Reading →
2 Chronicles 23:7 Guarding The Throne Of Your Heart
"The Levites are to station themselves around the king, each with weapon in hand. Anyone who enters the temple is to be put to death. Stay close to the king wherever he goes." 2 Chronicles 23:7 Jehoiada, the priest, had claimed that Joash would be the next king. He had all the Levites gather around... Continue Reading →
2 Chronicles 20:17 It Is God’s Battle
"You will not have to fight this battle. Take up your positions; stand firm and see the deliverance the LORD will give you, Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Go out to face them tomorrow, and the LORD will be with you." 2 Chronicles 20:17 While Jehoshaphat was king of... Continue Reading →
2 Chronicles 19:9 How To Serve
He gave them these orders: "You must serve faithfully and wholeheartedly in the fear of the LORD." 2 Chronicles 19:9 As king, Jehoshaphat appointed various men to be judges in different parts of the nation. He also appointed the Levite priests to administer the law of God among the people. They were to work at... Continue Reading →
