Day 227 – August 15, 2021 Scriptures: 2 Chronicles 24-25, Psalm 106 “Their enemies oppressed them and subjected them to their power. Many times he delivered them, but they were bent on rebellion and they wasted away in their sin. Yet he took note of their distress when he heard their cry; for their sake he remembered his covenant and out of his great love he relented. He caused all who held them captive to show them mercy. Save us, Lord our God, and gather us from the nations, that we may give thanks to your holy name and glory in your praise. Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel, from everlasting to everlasting. Let all the people say, “Amen!” Praise the Lord.” (Psalm 106:42–48) The 106th Psalm gives a generic account of much of the Old Testament. We read a brief history of the repetitive cycle of obedience, disobedience, punishment, repentance, and restoration of Israel. “They were bent on rebellion.” It is quite disheartening to read the story of obedience and disobedience in the story of 2 Chronicles. We just got the temple restored, everything fixed up, and then they return to worshiping the idol god Asherah! Come on! As the account of 2 Chronicles nears its end, we are aware of our own cycle of obedience and disobedience. None of us are perfect either. As much as we can focus on our own depravity and frailty, there is an incredibly important message within all of it. God’s compassion and forgiveness. “Yet he took note of their distress.” As much as they turned from him, God remained cognizant and aware of their despair. God hears their cries for help. The response is praise, to glorify God. We may falter, but we can trust and know that the Lord takes note of us. He hears our cries. He’s there to help you. Have a blessed day knowing you can turn to him and be saved. Jordan
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AuthorJordan Ickes, Minister of Etna Green Church of Christ. Archives
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