Daily Scripture & Questions

II Chronicles 28:1-26; II Kings 16:1-17:41 Ahaz in Southern Judah is a wicked king.  What evil things did he do?  Hoshea, in the northern land of Israel, is the final king of that realm.  Many peoples, from different lands, are moved into the conquered land of Samaria.  They mix many religious practices together.  How might this explain that years later the Samaritans would be considered half-breeds who don't follow all of the Word of God (think of the woman at the well in John 4)?

Family Devotions—Scripture & Questions

Read II Kings 16:10-20. What led King Ahaz to change how worship was done and even the altar of the sacrifices? Are there people in your life that you so want to impress that you would be willing to change your faith in God?

Biblical Prayer Focus

Psalm 115:1 Not to us, O LORD, not to us, but to your name give glory, for the sake of your steadfast love and your faithfulness!

Ask the Lord to bring glory to Himself through your life, your family, and your church. Exalt God for His truth and love, perfectly held together in His glorious character.