Tag Archives: Books of Chronicles

Leadership Makes a Big Difference

Posted on November 29, 2013 by Mark Shields

As described in 2 Chronicles 35-36, a Passover celebration which had not been observed for many years was now occurring because of the good leadership of Josiah. The Temple was in order, there was peace, and happiness during this time. … Continue reading →

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Making a Change

Posted on November 26, 2013 by Mark Shields

Reading throughout 2 Chronicles, Judah has its good kings and its bad kings. Josiah was a king who wanted to make a change and start going by the Book of the Law of the Lord. He took action and the … Continue reading →

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The Discipline of Josiah

Posted on November 25, 2013 by Mark Shields

We discover in reading 2 Chronicles 34 that Josiah ruled much differently than his father and grandfather. His character contained the element of discipline and he sought God’s direction. His reforms were thorough as he set out to completely destroy the … Continue reading →

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Steps to Take

Posted on November 21, 2013 by Mark Shields

In the journey through 2 Chronicles, I have taken note of how some kings were with God and others were against His ways. In every case, the ones who followed God were successful and the ones who didn’t were complete … Continue reading →

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Seek and Work Wholeheartedly for God

Posted on November 20, 2013 by Mark Shields

Hezekiah had always sought and worked wholeheartedly for God. Much success had come his way but in 2 Chronicles 32:24 – 33:25, we read about him falling into pride and materialism.  This goes to show us that one is never … Continue reading →

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