Meditating The Word

Day 187: 2nd Kings 14 and 2nd Chronicles 25

Today on Meditating the Word, we read about Amaziah King of Judah and Jeroboan II King of Israel, the slaughter of the Edomites, the defeat of Judah by Israel, and the death of Amaziah.
This is Day 187. Today we are reading 2nd Kings 14 and 2nd Chronicles 25
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Father God, it boggles the mind that Amaziah would take the gods of Edom -- the people you helped him defeat -- and bow down to them. We read these accounts and forget our own transgressions. Help us to learn, Father, not to trust in anything or anyone but you. You are our Provider, our Protector, our Savior and our God. There is no other God but you. Thank you for your love and mercy. Amen
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We are reading the entire Bible this year in the order the events actually occured chronologically. You can download a copy of the reading plan from blueletterbible.com. And don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube, that way you'll get a notification each time a new episode is released. 
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Day 186: 2nd Kings 12-13 and 2nd Chronicles 24

Today on Meditating the Word, Joash repairs the temple, Jehoahaz reigns over Israel for 17 years, followed by Jehoash, Elisha dies; Jehoidah dies and Joash turns away from the Lord and is killed.
This is Day 185. Today we are reading 2nd Kings 9-11
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Father God, again we see the importance of who we listen to. Centuries later, Jesus would say to be careful what you hear and how you hear it. As long as Jehoida advised Joash, he did well. But when Jehoida died, Joash followed the counsel not of the wise, but of the foolish, and he suffered the consequences. Help us to remember, Father, to guard our ears as to what we hear, and to always make sure that our actions line up with your word. Amen
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We are reading the entire Bible this year in the order the events actually occured chronologically. You can download a copy of the reading plan from blueletterbible.com. And don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube, that way you'll get a notification each time a new episode is released. 
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Day 185: 2nd Kings 9-11

Today on Meditating the Word, Jehu is anointed King of Israel, Joram and Ahaziah are killed, Jezebel and all of Ahab's family are killed. The servants of Baal are killed. Athaliah seizes the throne briefly, then 7 year old Joash is anointed King. 
This is Day 185. Today we are reading 2nd Kings 9-11
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Father God, I'm reminded of the Apostle Paul's words to Timothy -- to not let anyone belittle him according to his youth. Jehoash was just a young boy of seven when he was anointed king over your people. He had a wise spiritual counselor in Jehoida, and that made all the difference. We know you are not a respector of persons Father. You can use the greatest and you can use the least. May we be found worthy vessels for you.  Amen
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We are reading the entire Bible this year in the order the events actually occured chronologically. You can download a copy of the reading plan from blueletterbible.com. And don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube, that way you'll get a notification each time a new episode is released. 
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Day 184: 2nd Kings 5-8

Today on Meditating the Word, Naaman is healed of leprosy, an axhead floats, Elisha is surrounded by chariots of fire, there is famine in Samaria, the Shunammite's land is restored, and Hazael murders Ben-Hadad.
This is Day 184. Today we are reading The Second Book of Kings, chapters 5-8
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Father God, Thank you for your word, and thank you for showing us your heart. You are faithful to your word. No matter how bad things got, how far astray the children of Israel and Judah went, in your abundant mercy, you kept a remnant. And through that blood line, our Savior was born. And Father, no matter how much we mess up an go astray, you are still merciful. Thank you for your love, for your mercy and for your forgiveness.  Amen
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We are reading the entire Bible this year in the order the events actually occured chronologically. You can download a copy of the reading plan from blueletterbible.com. And don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube, that way you'll get a notification each time a new episode is released. 
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Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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Day 183: 2nd Kings 1-4

Today on Meditating the Word, the Lord passes judgement on Ahaziah, Elijah is taken up to heaven, Elisha heals the water, a band of boys is killed by bears, Moab revolts, the widows oil is multiplied, the Shunammite's son is restored to life, deadly soup is made heathy, and food is multiplied for a hundred.
This is Day 183. Today we are reading The Second Book of Kings, chapters 1-4
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Father God, it's thrilling to read about Elisha's double portion of the blessing that was on Elijah. And we see lessons in these miracles for us too. In the battle of Moab, we are reminded that the battle isn't ours, it's Yours -- and it has already been won! In the story of the Shunamite woman, we see how important our words are. Although her son was dead, she insisted that "It is well"... and so it was. May we have the same faith, Father, and the ability to guard our words and to not say what we see around us, but what Your Word says.  Amen
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We are reading the entire Bible this year in the order the events actually occured chronologically. You can download a copy of the reading plan from blueletterbible.com. And don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube, that way you'll get a notification each time a new episode is released. 
It's my goal to encourage others to strengthen their Christian walk through daily reading God's Word. You can help, by sharing this podcast, and by rating and reviewing it. Thank you for joining me and know that I'm praying for you as we journey through the Bible together. And I can't wait to see you tomorrow. 
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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Day 182: Obadiah and Psalms 82-83

Today on Meditating the Word, we read the vision and prophecy of Obadiah concerning Edom, and we pray psalms of Asaph.
This is Day 182. Today we are reading The Book of Obadiah and praying Psalms 82 and 83.
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Father God, You are most high. We know that judgement day is coming, Father. Although you are merciful beyond our comprehension, there will come a day when we will get what we have chosen. You have set life and death before us and asked us to choose. We choose life, Father, so that we and our children may live. Thank You, Father, for giving us the ability to choose, and for your incredible love and mercy. Amen
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We are reading the entire Bible this year in the order the events actually occured chronologically. You can download a copy of the reading plan from blueletterbible.com. And don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube, that way you'll get a notification each time a new episode is released. 
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Day 181: 2nd Chronicles 19-23

Today on Meditating the Word, Jehoshaphat appoints judges, and defeats Moab and Ammon, after his death, his son Jehoram reigns for 8 years, then his son Ahaziah is king for only 1 year. His mother Athaliah seizes the throne, but is replaced by Joash, the king's son. 
This is Day 181. Today we are reading 2nd Chronicles 19-23
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Father God, You are faithful and true to Your Word. Even with all of the obstacles, the uprisings, the betrayals... You still made a way. You preserved the line of David, the lineage through which our Savior would come. Thank you, Father, for your faithfulness.  Amen
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We are reading the entire Bible this year in the order the events actually occured chronologically. You can download a copy of the reading plan from blueletterbible.com. And don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube, that way you'll get a notification each time a new episode is released. 
It's my goal to encourage others to strengthen their Christian walk through daily reading God's Word. You can help, by sharing this podcast, and by rating and reviewing it. Thank you for joining me and know that I'm praying for you as we journey through the Bible together. And I can't wait to see you tomorrow. 
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Day 180: 1st Kings 22 and 2nd Chronicles 18

Today on Meditating the Word, Judah and Israel join to fight the Syrians, , Micaiah prophesies against Ahab, Ahab is defeated and killed in battle and his son Ahaziah reigns over Israel.
This is Day 180. Today we are reading 1st Kings 22 and 2nd Chronicles 18
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Father God, help us to be bold and unafraid, like Micaiah, and speak only Your Word. It is so easy to back down from the truth when we face opposition -- even when looking at our circumstances when they don't line up with Your Word. Put a guard over our mouths. Help us to speak only the truth. Your Word is truth.  Amen
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We are reading the entire Bible this year in the order the events actually occured chronologically. You can download a copy of the reading plan from blueletterbible.com. And don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube, that way you'll get a notification each time a new episode is released. 
It's my goal to encourage others to strengthen their Christian walk through daily reading God's Word. You can help, by sharing this podcast, and by rating and reviewing it. Thank you for joining me and know that I'm praying for you as we journey through the Bible together. And I can't wait to see you tomorrow. 
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Day 179: 1st Kings 20 and 21

Today on Meditating the Word, Ahab battles the Syrians, a prophet condemns Ahab, Naboth is murdered for his vineyard and Elijah pronounces God's sentence on Ahab and Jezebel.
This is Day 179. Today we are reading 1st Kings 20-21
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Father God, you show mercy even to the unmerciful. Still, we turn from you and your ways and try to do things on our own, according to our own understanding. Help us, Father, to remain humble always, and follow Your Word, not relying on our own understanding.`  Amen
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Day 178: 1st Kings 17-20

Today on Meditating the Word we read about Elijah's prophecy of drought, the widow of Zarephath, Elijah's raises the widow's son from death, Elijah and the prophets of Baal, the drought ends, Elijah flees from Jezebel, Elijah meets God at Mount Horeb, and Elisha becomes a disciple of Elijah.
This is Day 178. Today we are reading 1st Kings 17-19
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Father God, Your provision is amazing. How can we ever doubt that you will provide for us? You sent ravens to feed Elijah, You made a small jar of meal and oil last through a drought, You take care of us always... in sometimes simple, and sometimes miraculous ways. Thank You, Father, for Your faithfulness.  Amen
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