Day 124 - 2 Chronicles 28-31, Psalm 124

In 2 Chronicles 28, Ahaz, Jotham’s son, becomes king. He is known as the worst king of Judah. King Ahaz of Judah completely turns away from the Lord. He worships Baal, sacrifices his own children, and even closes the doors of the Temple, silencing the nation’s worship. How could someone as wicked as Ahaz come from a father as faithful as Jotham? Faith is not inherited, it’s personal. Even though Jotham was faithful, his son Ahaz had to make his own choices.

In 2 Chronicles 29, Ahaz’s son Hezekiah becomes king and immediately reopens the Temple in his first month. Hezekiah’s urgency shows that real change can begin with one faithful heart.

In 2 Chronicles 30, Hezekiah sends messengers throughout Judah and even to the northern tribes, inviting them to return to the Lord and celebrate the Passover together. The Passover celebration is joyful and pure.

In 2 Chronicles 31, After the Passover, Hezekiah and the people go out and tear down all the idols, altars, and pagan symbols throughout Judah. Hezekiah’s reforms impact spiritual, social, and economic life.

Written by David, Psalm 124, reflects on moments when survival would have been impossible without God’s intervention. It’s a powerful reminder that sometimes we only realize God’s help when we look back.