Scripture Union Daily Guide 1st August 2023
Read Scripture Union Daily Guide 1st August 2023, Tuesday SU Daily Guide Reading
TOPIC: Jehu, the New Anointed King of Israel
Opening Prayer: Dear Lord, I pray that you order my steps today through your word as I meditate on it.
Scripture: 2 Kings 9:1-16
Question(s) for Reflection
• Q 2: Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?
MESSAGE: Jehu, one of Israel’s army commanders (v.5), is first mentioned in 1 Kings 19:16-17 where the Lord asked Elijah to anoint him king over the northern kingdom of Israel. Observe that this command is now carried out by a young prophet at Elisha’s request (v.3).
At that time, Joram, son of evil king Ahab (1 Kings 16.29-30), was king of Israel (v.15), of the dynasty of the wicked king Omri, his grandfather (1 Kings 16.23,25). As we cannot have two kings at one time, we understand that Jehu will be the next king after Joram. He is like David who was anointed king while Saul was already king (1 Samuel 16:1-13).
Observe how a prophet in those days was seen by the “wise” (v.11). It is true that some people pretend to speak on behalf of God but when tested, their messages prove to be false. Unfortunately, even today, God’s children who reveal God’s thoughts and prophecies are also treated as mad and carriers of false message. Let us not be discouraged to continue proclaiming the message that God asks us to give. His words always come true.
Practice/Word Application
So what? What reality can you learn as you compare 1 Kings 19:15-17 with vs.14-15?
• Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
Closing Prayer
Lord, help me to be a faithful proclaimer of your message.
Offer a prayer of faith in line with 2 Chronicles 1:10
One Year Bible Reading Plan
Isaiah 22‐24.
NATIONAL PRAYER BULLETIN – Tue, 01-Aug-2023
PRAYER FOCUS
SPIRITUAL HUNGER
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled. Matthew 5:6
THANK GOD FOR:
►The privilege to witness another month
PRAY FOR:
►A fresh hunger and thirst for the Word of God and His presence.
►That the eyes of our understanding be enlightened as we study His word more.
PRAY AGAINST:
►Every spirit that will not allow us to long for His presence
Scripture Union Daily Guide 1st August 2023. Scripture Union is an international, interdenominational, evangelical Christian organization. It was founded in 1867, and works in partnership with individuals and churches across the world. The organization’s stated aim is to use the Bible to inspire children, young people and adults to know God.
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