2 Chronicles 23 - Day 628 (link to reading)
Scripture: 2 Chronicles 23:12-15 Observation: Jehoiada the priest coordinates the coup to establish Joash as king. Application: Athaliah tore her clothes (signifying the despair in her heart) and cried out "Treason! Treason!" when she discovered what was happening. The bible tells us that we will reap what we sow. Athaliah took the throne by killing all of the living members of Judah's royal family. Naturally, it did not end well for her. Prayer: Lord, humble me for my arrogance blinds my ability and willingness to see You... 2 Chronicles 22 - Day 627 (link to reading)
Scriptures: 2 Chronicles 22:1-12 Observation: Ahaziah becomes Judah's next king but only reigns for one year. Application: The drama continues in the House of David but rather than being discouraged, I find comfort in knowing that the story is true. Who in their right mind would make up this stuff. Proving my point that everyone needs Jesus. Prayer: Lord Jesus, have mercy on me a sinner... 2 Chronicles 21 - Day 626 (link to reading)
Scripture: 2 Chronicles 21:1-20 Observation: Jehoram becomes king and does evil in the sight of the Lord. Application: Verse 20 tells us, "No one was sorry when he (Jehoram) died. Sadly, too many people in the world endure poor leaders who abuse their authority and create hostile living/working conditions. In the end, Jehoram suffered the consequences of his wicked ways, but the damage was already done. Be a good leader, husband, father, and friend. Choose to follow Jesus' example by serving those we lead. Prayer: Lord, empower me to pick up rubbish, clean toilets, do the laundry... 2 Chronicles 20 - Day 625 (link to reading)
Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:21-22 Observation: Jehoshaphat and the people entreat the Lord to rescue them from their enemies and YHWH concedes. On their way to the battlefield, the king appoints singers to walk ahead of the army, singing to the Lord and praising Him for His Holy Splendor and their enemies annihilate each other. Application: Really? Yes, really. Do I understand it (the principles behind what happened? No, but I don't care). Rejoice in the Lord always. Give thanks to the Lord; His faithful love endures forever! Praise God because He deserves to be praised, not because you understand what's going on or even feel like it. Prayer: Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord Almighty... 2 Chronicles 19 - Day 624 (link to reading)
Scripture: 2 Chronicles 19:1-3 Observation: Hanani the seer confronts Jehoshaphat for his alliance with the wicked Ahab. Application: We all need people like Hanani in our lives. We may not like them, hang out with them or even be their friends, but we all need someone who will speak God's truth to us. Prayer: Lord, speak your servant is listening... |
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