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This chapter always starts on such a hopeful note. A seven-year-old king, led by a priest, leads his nation to honor God by restoring the Temple. He developed a love for giving in his people, and they were successful.
But when that priest died, so it appears did Joash's spirituality. He ceased to even REMEMBER his mentor's words and began to worship idols. His reign became so evil that, although he was buried in Jerusalem, he was NOT buried with the kings.
Father, this chapter always reminds me not to depend so much on those who mentor ME, but instead to fully develop my OWN faith. It also reminds me never to quit or feel that I've "arrived" spiritually, but to instead always remember that I'm only one failure away from wrecking my witness. Please keep me always diligent and help me never to give up.
Your Brother In Christ,
Gary Ford
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