Day 217 - Understanding God's ‘Because’ (2 CHRONICLES 36, 2 KINGS 23:31-37, JEREMIAH 22, JEREMIAH 26, 2 KINGS 24:1-4, JEREMIAH 25:1-14 ) - Year 2
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TODAY'S READING:

• 2 Chronicles 36, 2 Kings 23:31-37, Jeremiah 22, Jeremiah 26, 2 Kings 24:1-4, Jeremiah 25:1-14

WORD OF THE DAY:

-  Because

In the passages from 2 Chronicles and 2 Kings, we learn about Jehoahaz, also known as Shallum, who reigned as king of Judah after his father, King Josiah. His reign was short-lived, lasting only three months, and marked by evil in the Lord’s sight. Jehoahaz was dethroned by Pharaoh Neco, imprisoned, and eventually died in Egypt, fulfilling the prophecy in Jeremiah 22:12. His brother, Jehoiakim, appointed by Pharaoh Neco, followed with a similarly ungodly rule, leading to dire consequences for Judah.

Jeremiah 22 addresses the rulers of Judah, urging them to act justly and righteously. He criticizes their self-serving actions and lack of concern for their people. Jeremiah’s messages to Jehoiakim and the nation emphasize the need for repentance and righteous leadership.

Jeremiah 22:21: “I warned you when you were prosperous, but you replied, ‘Don’t bother me.’ You have been that way since childhood—you simply will not obey me!”

This passage serves as a powerful call for repentance and a reminder of God’s desire for just and righteous leadership.

Reflecting on the historical context, we remember the warnings from prophets like Elijah, Elisha, Joel, Amos, Hosea, Jonah, Isaiah, Micah, Nahum, Zephaniah, Jeremiah, and Habakkuk. These prophets repeatedly warned Israel and Judah of impending doom due to their unfaithfulness. The Babylonian invasion was imminent, as Jeremiah prophesied, leading to Judah’s downfall.

Jeremiah 25:4-5: “Again and again the Lord has sent you his servants, the prophets, but you have not listened or even paid attention. Each time the message was this: ‘Turn from the evil you are doing…’ But you would not listen to me.”

Because, the word of the day, means for reason of, the consequence of.

God’s use of the word “because” in these passages highlights the consequences of Israel’s actions.

Jeremiah 22:8-9: “People from many nations will pass by the ruins of this city and say to one another, ‘Why did the Lord destroy such a great city?’ And the answer will be, ‘Because they violated their covenant with the Lord their God by worshiping other gods.’”

The frequent use of “because” in God’s messages to Israel serves as a powerful reminder of the consequences of our actions. God’s judgments are not arbitrary but are based on the actions and choices of His people.

Understanding God’s “because” helps us to see the importance of aligning our lives with His will. Every action has consequences, and God’s guidance is meant to lead us to a life of righteousness and fulfillment in Him.

1 John 3:16: “By this we have known love, because He laid down His life for us; and we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers.”

Let’s reflect on the “because” in our lives and choose to follow God’s path, understanding that His commands are given out of love and for our ultimate good.

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