We learn a history lesson on King Rehoboam by reading 2 Chronicles 12. It is interesting to see how the sins on one generation, return to impact future generations. By the end of Solomon's life, he had rejected his father's (King David) faith. "The Lord became angry with Solomon because his heart had turned away from the Lord, the God of Israel, who had appeared to him twice." 1 Kings 11:9 (NIV)
I can understand this and I can relate too. The sins of my father influenced my life to a great degree. I began my adult years following in his footsteps, copying his example; until it didn't work for me any longer. Even before I started to cultivate a personal relationship with Jesus, I recognized that the life I was living was not the life I wanted. I am sure this was God's doing, as my grandparents were faithful followers and always provided a good example to me. In this case, perhaps the righteousness of a previous generation was gifted down to me.
While reading from 2 Chronicles and 1 Kings, we can recognize life today mirroring much of life in those times. The idol worship, sexual promiscuity, and numerous other evil behaviors have overtaken our society. Hatred and deceit are prominent. So much gloom and doom fill the news and we begin to lose hope in tomorrow. But...
Our God is in the redemption business. His love is so strong and constant, that we only need to turn our life around and He will be with us. The world around us may go astray, but if we remain faithful, God will be with us. Stand firmly in the place where your dear Lord has put you and do your best there." (Streams in the Desert - October 26)
1 Kings 14:21-29
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