THE KING’S SON SHALL REIGN
Keywords 23:3b
Jehoiada said to them, "The
king's son shall reign, as the LORD promised concerning the descendants of
David.
1. Joash is anointed as king (1-11)
Jehoiada the priest
was bold and courageous as he sought God’s will for the nation. While hiding
Joash from Athaliah, he worked hard to form an alliance of military, religious,
and family leaders throughout Judah. Their godly purpose was clear: “The king’s
son shall reign, as the LORD promised concerning the descendants of David.”
Careful plans were made for the young king to be safely anointed, and everyone
obediently did their part. By faith, Joash was anointed, and they shouted,
“Long live the king!”
2. Living as the
LORD’s people (12-21)
When Athaliah heard
the shouts and celebration, she went out to see what was happening. When she
realized that Joash had been made king, she shouted “Treason! Treason!”, but it
was too late, and she was put to death by Jehoiada’s men. A new covenant was
established to live as the LORD’s people. The temple of Baal was torn down, and
the temple of the LORD was restored. It was a time of peace and renewed hope
for God’s people.
Prayer Father, thank you for
Jesus, our great and eternal king. We commit ourselves to live as your people.
One Word The rightful king was anointed
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