Hezekiah was 25 years old when he began his reign in Judah. He was a godly king. In fact, he removed the places where people worshiped idols. He broke down idols poles and cut down Asherah. 2 Kings 18:1, 2, 4 Hezekiah worshiped the LORD God, he trusted his God. He was one of the […]
The king of Syria (Aram) had a highly respected captain in his army. This man Naaman, was a valiant warrior. What was the problem? He had dreaded leprosy. Leprosy has the power to kill over time. Naaman’s life was in danger. Simple Faith The armies of Aram took a girl from Israel as a captive. […]
Valiant men from the tribes of Reuben, Gad and Manasseh are listed in this genealogy. What were their weapons? Shields & swords, bow & arrows – all were skillfully used when they went to war against their enemies. Listed are the people they fought and over which they had the victory. Why did […]
Some of the lineage of Solomon were godly kings, some blatantly NOT. Today, when we think about leaders of nations – some, perhaps a few, are godly leaders. But many deny the worship owed the God who created them. 1 Chronicles 3:10 One name stands out to me in Solomon’s genealogical tree – […]
In the book of 2 Kings, the last days of two countries is told. How they went away from the living God and was judged by God for their rejection of Him. Today, are you rejecting the living God? Repentance is telling the Lord God your sins against Him and asking His forgiveness. Turning […]
Compassion ~ 2 Kings 4:1-7 A widow woman talked with the prophet Elisha. She had no money to pay her bills so her children would be taken away from her to serve as slaves. Elisha asked what she had in the house. Only a jar of oil. Elisha told her to send her sons […]