Today's Verse: Proverbs 21:1 (ESV)
The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of the Lord;
he yturns it wherever he will.
y [Ezra 6:22]
This proverb confirms the fact that God has the power to direct the doings of Earth's Kings. Even the most heathen or autocratic king is not free to escape from God's purpose. Instead, God will turn the evil of kings to His purpose.
Today's Comments: The Old Testament is full of references to God's actions in turning the hearts of kings and leaders. For example, He hardened the heart of Pharaoh. The Book of Kings is full of examples where God has used the kings of evil nations and enemies of Israel to turn His people away from apostasy. While the king may be the chief administrator of justice on Earth, it is God who administers His justice to whoever He wishes, whenever He wishes and wherever He wishes. And, it is often through both good and evil rulers that God works to discipline His people and bring them back to the right path. Are we due for a correction in this nation because of our apostasy?
The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of the Lord;
he yturns it wherever he will.
y [Ezra 6:22]
This proverb confirms the fact that God has the power to direct the doings of Earth's Kings. Even the most heathen or autocratic king is not free to escape from God's purpose. Instead, God will turn the evil of kings to His purpose.
Today's Comments: The Old Testament is full of references to God's actions in turning the hearts of kings and leaders. For example, He hardened the heart of Pharaoh. The Book of Kings is full of examples where God has used the kings of evil nations and enemies of Israel to turn His people away from apostasy. While the king may be the chief administrator of justice on Earth, it is God who administers His justice to whoever He wishes, whenever He wishes and wherever He wishes. And, it is often through both good and evil rulers that God works to discipline His people and bring them back to the right path. Are we due for a correction in this nation because of our apostasy?
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