He removed the high places, shattered the sacred pillars, and cut down the Asherah poles. He also demolished the bronze snake called Nehushtan that Moses had made, for up to that time the Israelites had burned incense to it (2 Kings 18:4). When reading 2 Kings 18 we find a glimmer of hope in Judah. … Continue reading Nehushstan: Sacred Serpents
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Remind Us of Your Reign
Sovereign Lord, As I read the final chapters of 2 Kings, I am reminded that You rule over the nations. You are in charge of the nation's movements and decisions. You raise up nations and rulers. You bring them down in Your appointed time. Remind us of Your sovereign rule. Comfort us in these days … Continue reading Remind Us of Your Reign
Produce Repentance in Us – 2 Kings 22
Father, The people had fallen so far that their sins exceeded the sins of the Canaanites. They were even sacrificing their children. Your Law was disregarded, even lost and forgotten. Then Hilkiah found the Law. Shaphan read it to King Josiah. King Josiah was heartbroken in repentance. He tore his clothes and mourned. Since he … Continue reading Produce Repentance in Us – 2 Kings 22