2 Chronicles 28:5 · KJV

"Wherefore the LORD his God delivered him into the hand of the king of Syria; and they smote him, and carried away a great multitude of them captives, and brought them to Damascus. And he was also delivered into the hand of the king of Israel, who smote him with a great slaughter."

King James Version

Passage Context

³Moreover he burnt incense in the valley of the son of Hinnom, and burnt his children in the fire, after the abominations of the heathen whom the LORD had cast out before the children of Israel.

⁴He sacrificed also and burnt incense in the high places, and on the hills, and under every green tree.

⁵Wherefore the LORD his God delivered him into the hand of the king of Syria; and they smote him, and carried away a great multitude of them captives, and brought them to Damascus. And he was also delivered into the hand of the king of Israel, who smote him with a great slaughter.

⁶For Pekah the son of Remaliah slew in Judah an hundred and twenty thousand in one day, which were all valiant men; because they had forsaken the LORD God of their fathers.

⁷And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, slew Maaseiah the king's son, and Azrikam the governor of the house, and Elkanah that was next to the king.

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Reflection Questions

How do you respond when facing consequences for your actions?

What does it mean for you to seek God's help in times of trouble?

When have you experienced a turning point after a difficult situation?

Life Application

faith

Recognizing the need for God's help can lead to restoration after failure.

relationships

Being accountable for your actions can strengthen your relationships with others.

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AhazOT

Ahaz was a king of Judah known for his unfaithfulness and reliance on foreign powers. His reign was marked by idolatry and a disregard for God's commandments.

First appearance: 2 Kings 16:1

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