This is a capsulized summary of what went on in 2 Kings 19 and 20. Hezekiah became ill and almost died. He prayed to the Lord for mercy and was granted 15 more years of life. His prayer was confirmed by the Lord allowing him to see that it was truly God behind the scenes by performing a miracle. Unfortunately, neither he or the people became closer to God because of it. Despite saving him and the people, they grew proud and haughty. Hezekiah was given great wealth by the Lord and he in turn felt that it was worth displaying as if he was the reason behind it. This angered the Lord and also the people became proud as well. They did repent of their sin so God didn't punish them or Hezekiah while he was alive. However, Hezekiah still flaunted his wealth and in turn was told that these riches would be gone and swept away (by the Babylonian empire). He died and was given an elevated place in the tombs of his ancestors.
All in all, a good king who did much to benefit the people that he served. His episodic lapses were true of even the best of kings which only points to the fact that there is truly one perfect king - Jesus Christ.
All in all, a good day yesterday. Still plugging away at my sermon and hopefully will have all of the loose gaps finished for the Missions weekend. Trying to maneuver my Fridays so that I am done with late nights for that day to the rest of the year. Also established my work schedule to get my Princeton days as well.
Praise for today: I will praise you forever for what you have done; in your name I will hope, for your name is good. I will praise you in the presence of your saints. Ps 42: 9
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