2 Chronicles 24
We have no control over when and where God dispenses His grace. Our salvation is by grace alone:
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast. Ephesians 2:8-9
While Jehoiada the priest was alive, "Joash did what was right in the eyes of the Lord" (v2). However, after Jehoiada dies, Joash demonstrates wickedness by conspiring against Jehoiada's son
Zechariah and Joash was killed in his bed (v21-25).
Yet the question for all believers is: how is Joash's faith any different then our faith and what makes Joash any less deserving of grace. From time to time, even Ahab experienced God's grace. On a daily basis, we all sin.
Repentance is key - and unfortunately we don't see any mention of Joash's repentance.
Keep in mind that just because we repent does not mean we escape the consequences of our sin (see also post here) - it just means that we are sealed for eternity in Heaven with Him. See also Luke 23:39-43.
My Prayer: Heavenly Father, You are an awesome God who is rich in grace, compassion, and mercy. I am not deserving of such grace, compassion and mercy. I worry - far too much. Please forgive me Jesus and help me overcome my sin and turn towards You. Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, and mind. Help me love others as You do. Help me grow in my faith. Give Lisa and myself wisdom and strength. Please heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo. Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and for them to choose You as their Lord and Savior. Please provide Godly friends and spouses to Zach and Dustin. Help me serve You, my family, my church, and others. Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.
Because Judah had forsaken the Lord, the God of their ancestors, judgment was executed on Joash. v24
We have no control over when and where God dispenses His grace. Our salvation is by grace alone:
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast. Ephesians 2:8-9
While Jehoiada the priest was alive, "Joash did what was right in the eyes of the Lord" (v2). However, after Jehoiada dies, Joash demonstrates wickedness by conspiring against Jehoiada's son
Zechariah and Joash was killed in his bed (v21-25).
Yet the question for all believers is: how is Joash's faith any different then our faith and what makes Joash any less deserving of grace. From time to time, even Ahab experienced God's grace. On a daily basis, we all sin.
Repentance is key - and unfortunately we don't see any mention of Joash's repentance.
Keep in mind that just because we repent does not mean we escape the consequences of our sin (see also post here) - it just means that we are sealed for eternity in Heaven with Him. See also Luke 23:39-43.
My Prayer: Heavenly Father, You are an awesome God who is rich in grace, compassion, and mercy. I am not deserving of such grace, compassion and mercy. I worry - far too much. Please forgive me Jesus and help me overcome my sin and turn towards You. Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, and mind. Help me love others as You do. Help me grow in my faith. Give Lisa and myself wisdom and strength. Please heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo. Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and for them to choose You as their Lord and Savior. Please provide Godly friends and spouses to Zach and Dustin. Help me serve You, my family, my church, and others. Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.
