2 Chron 29:2 [Hezekiah] did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, just as his father David had done.
I’ve been in a bit of a funk this week. It is the end of the semester, I am exhausted, there is a resurgence in Covid cases, I worry for my health and the health of those I care about—my family, my colleagues, my students. Commentary on this chapter says: “…in every opportunity to encounter God, we have the choice to either turn our back or our face to God.” I definitely feel like I have been more focused on the negatives this week.
2 Chron 29:11 My sons, do not be negligent now, for the LORD has chosen you to stand before Him and serve Him.
But the number of people who have commiserated with the way I’m feeling tell me it is absolutely real and valid for so many of us right now. I know God is in control. I know He will work all things for the good of those who love Him. I struggle with how to acknowledge what I know is occurring for many of us right now, while still acknowledging what I know to be true about my Savior—that He sees us, He knows our struggles, and He is working even now.
2 Chron 29:35b …So the service of the LORD was reestablished.
Lord, Thank You for this day and this scripture. Thank You for the reminder that You are in control. Show me how to be a light for You, a light to those who are struggling, even as I struggle myself. Help me to turn my face to You. Draw me closer. Amen.
2 Chron 29:36 Hezekiah and all the people rejoiced at what God had brought about for His people, because it was done so quickly.
Have a blessed day.