2 Chronicles 22:7 · KJV

"And the destruction of Ahaziah was of God by coming to Joram: for when he was come, he went out with Jehoram against Jehu the son of Nimshi, whom the LORD had anointed to cut off the house of Ahab."

King James Version

Passage Context

⁵He walked also after their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael king of Syria at Ramoth-gilead: and the Syrians smote Joram.

⁶And he returned to be healed in Jezreel because of the wounds which were given him at Ramah, when he fought with Hazael king of Syria. And Azariah the son of Jehoram king of Judah went down to see Jehoram the son of Ahab at Jezreel, because he was sick.

⁷And the destruction of Ahaziah was of God by coming to Joram: for when he was come, he went out with Jehoram against Jehu the son of Nimshi, whom the LORD had anointed to cut off the house of Ahab.

⁸And it came to pass, that, when Jehu was executing judgment upon the house of Ahab, and found the princes of Judah, and the sons of the brethren of Ahaziah, that ministered to Ahaziah, he slew them.

⁹And he sought Ahaziah: and they caught him, (for he was hid in Samaria,) and brought him to Jehu: and when they had slain him, they buried him: Because, said they, he is the son of Jehoshaphat, who sought the LORD with all his heart. So the house of Ahaziah had no power to keep still the kingdom.

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Reflection Questions

How do alliances affect your spiritual journey?

What does this verse teach you about God's sovereignty?

When have you witnessed the impact of poor choices in your life?

Life Application

faith

Be cautious about the alliances you form, ensuring they align with your faith and values.

decisions

Reflect on past decisions and their outcomes, seeking God's guidance in future choices.

People in This Verse

AhaziahOT

Son of Jehoram and grandson of Jehoshaphat, he became king of Judah and was known for his alliance with the house of Ahab.

First appearance: 2 Kings 8:24

JehoramOT

Jehoram was a king of Israel who struggled with idolatry and sought to distance himself from the practices of his parents. His reign was marked by conflict and moral ambiguity.

First appearance: 2 Kings 1:17

JehuOT

Jehu was a prophet who delivered God's message of judgment against the house of Baasha. He played a key role in the political and spiritual history of Israel.

First appearance: 1 Kings 16:12

Connection to Jesus

divine attribute

This verse illustrates God's sovereignty in orchestrating events for His purposes, a theme that is central to Jesus' teachings about God's kingdom.

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