1 Kings 22:1-53
Ahab, King of Israel, asks Jehoshaphat, King of Judah, to join him in battle
against Syria. Jehoshaphat agreed; but he first wanted to hear from a prophet of God. Four hundred false prophets, who just wanted to please Ahab, prophesied victory for Israel. One true prophet said Israel will be defeated, scattered like sheep that have no shepherd; as the King would be killed in the battle. In fact, for nearly a century, to that point, the people of Israel had been scattered, pushed away from God because of the wickedness of their kings. The true prophet was imprisoned!
Prophet Jesus stood against all the religious authorities and teachers of the
Law. Their doctrines were damning, and Jesus brought the saving truth. Indeed, Jesus Christ Himself is the truth, and as the King of truth, who protects us with the truth, He is gathering His sheep together into eternal safety . All of us, especially our leaders and teachers, are called to be fearless in speaking the truth of Scripture. People are dying and they need to hear from you the life-giving message of Christ, as it is taught in the Bible.
Meditate on verse 8. What is God teaching you in this verse?
My heavenly Father, give me the courage to stand out and proclaim Your Word with boldness to the glory of Your name. In the name of Jesus Christ I have prayed. Amen.