2 Chr 34:20-27

With three powerhouse nations surrounding Judah, they of course were always at odds against each other. Assyria was the weakest and Babylon was becoming stronger so Egypt (king Neco) was going to align himself with Assyria against Babylon. Having to go through Judah, he and his army were confronted by Josiah and his troops. Neco had no issue with Josiah and in fact told him that God was behind this but this was not well received by Josiah who appeared bent on going into battle against the Egyptians. Josiah was so gung-ho about this that he even changed his battle gear so that he could blend in with his troops. Arrows were fired and Josiah was mortally wounded. He died shortly thereafter and was immortalized in a Book of Sorrows by Jeremiah. This was not the book of Lamentations but rather another book that was lost in the shuffle of time.‘He did what was right and fair. So, everything was good for him. He helped people who were poor. And he helped those who needed his help’ (Jeremiah 22:15-16). The people mourned as he was put to rest in the land and tombs of his fathers.

As I scroll forward, it seems like Josiah was the last good king of Judah before the exile. Sad to say, the bad outnumbered the good and still the nation was sent into exile BUT still produced the ultimate King - Jesus Christ. Still interesting to read and ponder about.

Another decent day at work, got invited to a charity which our firm is taking a table on Thursday night. Should end at a decent hour which is good. Got my ironing done and had a salad for dinner after a working lunch yesterday. Nothing done on the message but that will be for tonight.

Praise for today: I will give thanks to the Lord because of his righteousness and will sing praises to the name of the Lord Most High. Psalms 7: 17.