Welcome to Scripture Union Daily Guide 29th November 2022, Tuesday Message. As you study today’s devotional, remember this; “Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth.” 2 Timothy 2:15 (NLT)
TOPIC: A Short History of Jotham
OPENING PRAYER: Dear Lord, I request that you help me to encounter you as I meditate on your word.
SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY: 2 Chronicles 27: 1‐9
Question(s) for Reflection
• Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?
• Is there any command for me to obey?
• Is there any warning for me to heed?
Scripture Union Daily Guide 29th November 2022 MESSAGE
In just nine verses, so much has been said about Jotham, thus: ? He did what was right in the eyes of the Lord (V.2) ? He renovated sections of the temple of the Lord (v.3) ? He expanded his grandeur by building cities, forts and towers (v.4) ? He conquered the Ammonites (v.5) ? He grew very rich (v.5)
V.6 explains the foundation of his success, power and prosperity: he walked steadfastly before the Lord his God. Reflect on that for a moment. It is always a fact that God honours those who walk faithfully before Him (see Deuteronomy 10:12). Notice that the people did not come alongside their king (v.2b). It is not always the case that a leader carries the people in his direction.
Corrupt culture, which sometimes is handed down generations through socialization, can cut across successive leadership eras. But that is not a license for the leader(s) to embrace it. Jotham is a good example of a leader who remained godly in a culture of ungodliness.
Practice/Word Application
For further action: identify leaders – whether Christian, political, community or otherwise – who appear committed to walk in the ways of the Lord. Pray for them every week.
• Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
Closing Prayer
• Lord, help me to live a fulfilled life according to your will.
Offer a prayer of faith in line with John 12:26
One Year Bible Reading Plan
Colossians 1, 2; Proverbs 19.
NATIONAL PRAYER BULLETIN
PRAYER FOCUS
STAND TO BE COUNTED
The purposes of a person’s heart are deep waters, but one who has insight draws them out.
Proverbs 20:5
THANK GOD FOR:
☀ The purpose of God in our lives.
☀ Our God who works out everything to its proper end.
PRAY FOR:
☛ Grace to continue to stand firm so that the purpose of God will be accomplished in our life.
☛ Deliberate decision to work according to God’ s plan and purpose so we will continue to enjoy His supply and help.
☛ Humility to remain where God has planted us so we will fulfill His plan and purpose for our lives.
PRAY AGAINST:
⚠ All forms of ignorance about God’s plan and will for our lives.
⚠ Making light of what God has invested in our lives to impact children, youths and families as we work in SU.
God bless you for reading Scripture Union Daily Guide 29th November 2022, Tuesday Message. Encourage someone today by sharing this Gospel.
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