Dearest e-votees-
Day twenty-eight of our cover to cover voyage through the Bible. We have finished 2 Kings (12 down, 54 to go) If you want to see the readings for our trip through the Bible you can follow this link:
Peace,
Karl
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Day 28 Readings: 2 Kings 15:27-25:30
God was so clear that getting kings and trying to be like the nations around them was a bad idea--the Israelites would have none of the divine counsel. Even Samuel was sucked in the outward appearances rather than looking at the heart when he was sent to Jesse's house. Saul worked out very poorly. Many of the kings worked out very poorly. Finally the run of kings in Israel and the divided kingdom has run its course.
Some parents might want to gloat have been vindicated so gloriously. God just grieves for his hurting and sinful children. More times of occupation and enslavement are coming up ahead.
I wonder what God would say to us if we were to hear as clearly as the prophets were able to do? Would we hear and abide in God's word? Would we hear and abide until the world distracts us? Would we hear and abide until turbulent times come our way? Are our hearts so removed that we would hear but couldn't even understand? I think Jesus had a parable to this end. What kinds of soil can God make us to be?
God, you want what is good and healthy and fruitful for us and for all. Give us hearts to hear your word and to abide. Help us not to grieve you by shunning your counsel. Help us to rest in your love. Amen.
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