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What does it say?
Ahab and Jehoshaphat inquired of Ahab’s prophets before going to battle.
What does it mean?
It wasn’t unusual for a king to seek the advice of prophets or other counsel before making important decisions. However, Ahab had surrounded himself with prophets who told him only what he wanted to hear. He rejected Micaiah’s previous prophesies because they didn’t align with his personal desires. It’s not clear why Micaiah initially agreed with the other prophets who favored the invasion. He finally delivered the harsh message from God after being pressed for the truth, knowing it would anger Ahab. Micaiah’s imprisonment was a heavy price, but God’s message had been spoken.
How should I respond?
Telling the truth can be difficult when people only want to hear positive remarks. As followers of Christ, it is our responsibility to speak the truth with a loving attitude (Eph. 4:15). Still, we often stay silent for fear of hurting the feelings of others or making them angry. When should you speak up? First, your heart should be guided by God; spend time in prayer, asking Him to check your motives. Are you motivated by a sincere desire to help the person make wise decisions or by a prideful intent to set him straight? Selfish and destructive words are often hidden behind the guise of “speaking the truth in love.” Ask God for the courage and wisdom to speak the truth, even if it is painful.
读经计划介绍
Beginning with the reign of Solomon and the construction of the temple, 2 Chronicles opens to a period of wealth and prosperity in Israel's history. This period was short-lived, however, as sin and idolatry plagued God's people. Even as the temple is destroyed and Israel exiled, the book ends with an exiled people returning home and a ruined temple being rebuilt. Through it all, God's plans and purposes remain unabated.
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