2 Chr 21:8-20

The reign of Jehoram was marked with evil and disappointment in the eyes of the Lord. It was so bad that the Edomites rebelled against him since he had failed to follow the Lord and how he got the throne and ruled. Others followed suit including the people in the city of Libnah.Not only did he fail to follow the Lord, he encouraged idol worship by erecting the Asherah poles for the people to worship. Jehoram was so irate about the Edomites that he sent an army to overtake the land but found he and his armies couldn't stop the Edomites. What was the highlight (or lowlight) of his reign was the letter that was sent to him by the prophet, Elijah. Elijah's letter denounced Jehoram and his reign since he had violated every thing that a king was to do and be in the eyes of the Lord.He was to be punished for the deaths of his brothers and the punishment was to extend to his family. He was to die a long and horrible death. The letter also went on to say how the people will also suffer since they were living lives that were displeasing to the Lord. The death of Jehoram was marked as one that the people did not honor nor was he allowed to be buried in the land of his ancestors since he was not worthy.

What a waste! He had the legacy of two great kings and was led astray by ungodly people. He thought that he could mock God and not get punished. He died at the age of 40 after ruling for 8 years. He did reap what he sowed.

Not a bad day yesterday which was highlighted by the Mets beating the Sillies. Decent food at the stadium and tried to be good in that department but failed... Hopefully it won't put me too much off track of my goal. Decided not to gym it today since I have a decent amount of stuff to take with me and do before heading into the office this morning. Sadness this morning as I pay my respects to the Rodgers family as they lay to rest their second daughter. Prayers for those being affected by Issac.

Heading home later after work which I am looking forward to and will trek back here on Monday.

Praise for today: Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel, from everlasting to everlasting. Amen and Amen. Psalm 41: 13