"...All the people of the land rejoiced, and the city was calm, because Athaliah had been slain with the sword." (23:21)
Finally the people have peace. The evil-doer has been removed. The temple of Baal has been torn down and the priests have been put in place to lead a right worship of God. They have repented and turned to the LORD and the people know calm. They know peace.
Peace... that would be a good thing for the land to know. But, certain things had to happen in order for the people to know calm. Certain things have to happen. Evil doers - those who stir up trouble - those who worship other gods - must change their ways or be kept from leading the people in the way they should not go.
I am anxious this morning for the peace I know among God's people in Arvon Township. Whenever I leave the area, I am reminded of how fortunate I am to be able to live in peace among His people.
Finally the people have peace. The evil-doer has been removed. The temple of Baal has been torn down and the priests have been put in place to lead a right worship of God. They have repented and turned to the LORD and the people know calm. They know peace.
Peace... that would be a good thing for the land to know. But, certain things had to happen in order for the people to know calm. Certain things have to happen. Evil doers - those who stir up trouble - those who worship other gods - must change their ways or be kept from leading the people in the way they should not go.
I am anxious this morning for the peace I know among God's people in Arvon Township. Whenever I leave the area, I am reminded of how fortunate I am to be able to live in peace among His people.
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