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When Pride Destroys Kings: From Faithfulness to Downfall | 2 Chronicles 24–26
Welcome to Day 121 of Word for Word: The Bible.
In this episode, we cover 2 Chronicles chapters 24–26, continuing the story of Judah’s kings and the recurring pattern of faithfulness, success, and eventual downfall. Through the lives of Joash, Amaziah, and Uzziah, we see how promising beginnings can unravel when hearts drift from God.
Chapter 24 focuses on King Joash. Under the guidance of the priest Jehoiada, Joash leads a spiritual renewal and restores the temple. But after Jehoiada’s death, Joash turns away from God, listens to ungodly counsel, and even orders the death of Zechariah, the…
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