2 Kings 13:2 He did evil in the eyes of the LORD by following the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat….
My mantra from the first of this crazy semester has been “grace upon grace”—for myself, for students, parents, colleagues—everyone. With things as crazy as they are right now, grace is the only way we will make it through. Yet two days ago I typed these words in an email: “…it feels like some have started taking my grace for granted.” With today’s scripture, I feel my precious Savior is gently calling me to task.
2 Kings 13:4 Then Jehoahaz sought the LORD’s favor, and the LORD listened to him….
God’s grace is unfathomable. And His love for His children is fierce. As I think about what He’s trying to show me this morning, here are the biggest lessons I see: I am just as guilty of taking His grace for granted as the next person. No matter how much grace is extended, I always hope for just a little more. I need to show others the same level of mercy and grace I want for myself. Help me, Jesus.
2 Kings 13:23a But the LORD was gracious to them and had compassion and showed concern for them because of his covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
Lord, Thank You for this day and this scripture. Thank You for whispering gently to my heart about areas I need to work on. Thank You for loving me enough to correct me when I get off-track. Help me to love others the way that You love. Help me to extend mercy and grace the way You do. Draw me closer. Amen.
2 Kings 13:23b To this day he has been unwilling to destroy them or banish them from his presence.
Have a blessed day.
My faith, my life, my teaching–it's all a work in progress.