Scripture Union Daily Guide 24 November 2022 | Devotional
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Today’s Topic: Time for action!
Opening Prayer: Sanctify my life dear Lord as I study your word in Jesus name.
Scripture: 2 Chronicles 23: 1‐21
Question(s) for Reflection
• What does the passage teach about God the Father, or God the Son or God the Holy Spirit?
• Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?
Other Daily Devotionals You Can Read Today:
- SEEDS of Destiny 22nd November 2022 Dunamis Devotional
- 22 November 2022 UCB Word For Today Devotional
- The Upper Room Devotional for 22nd November 2022
Today’s Outline For Scripture Union Daily Guide 24 November 2022
After six years of Athaliah’s ‘reign’, Jehoiada the priest finally had the courage to get rid of the idolatrous ruler. Notice how he assesses the situation (v.1), contacts people who matter (vs.1&2) and explains his plot (vs.4‐7) to restore David’s dynasty as promised by God. All these things were done behind the back of the ruthless Queen Mother (vs.12‐13).
When God chooses you to be an instrument for his purpose, he expects you to use wisdom in carrying this out. This requires an intimate walk with the Lord. Athaliah felt she had established herself as ruler after killing ‘all’ potential heirs to the throne – (22:10). But notice how her evil plan woefully failed and the result (v.15). What warning is here for us and our political leaders?
The eight‐year‐old king had to depend on Jehoiada to carry out the reforms. Notice what was involved to avoid (vs.16‐20). With a new king installed, the people were happy and peace reigned because the murderous regime of Athaliah had been removed. In Jehoiada, we see how the priest of God steers the entire kingdom to determine the right leadership. How can the church of Jesus Christ influence how political leaders are chosen in our countries?
Practice/Word Application
Thought: “For evil to flourish, it only requires good men to do nothing.” (Simon Wiesenthal)
• Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
Closing Prayer
• Dear Lord, wake up your church from slumber to her responsibilities.
Offer a prayer of faith in line with
Genesis 17:2; 2 Corinthians 8, 9; Proverbs 16
