Michelle
So these chapters speak of Jehu being anointed King over Israel. What I keep thinking about though is that when Elisha instructs a prophet to anoint Jehu he tells him what to say and it doesn't include all the things he actually says to Jehu when he anoints him. I don't understand if this was just left out or if the prophet added his own info or if God was speaking through the prophet. God does say that Jehu did right in his eyes and that Jehu's descendants will sit on the throne for 4 generations, however, he did not keep the law of the Lord with all his heart, and turn away from the sins of Jeroboam.
This psalm is a very popular one and I have heard it many times. Reading it today has me really thinking about what it says. The beginning seems to say be thankful for what you are given because God gives what you need and nothing more. God leads you to rest and refreshes your soul. He guides you along the right path in accordance with his commands. When you go through dark, troublesome times, he is with you still. His steadfast love endures, so do not fear the path, but have the strength to move through it. God is preparing a place for you, and as long as you remain faithful he will continue to provide all you need and guide you no matter the circumstance. David says at the end, I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever, which seems to mean he will not stray from God no matter what.
Julie
The first chapter talks about the death of Jezebel and it was rather brutal. God apparently was quite angry with her.
I was the excerpts at the bottom of the page regarding Jehu's shortcomings and it mentioned that God must have been overlooking those transgressions because he had defeated all of Baal's followers, which he felt was worse.
I am not sure that I can say much more about this Psalm than you have. It is a great reminder of who God is and what he does for us.
No comments:
Post a Comment