Podcasts about 2 chronicles

The High Priest decides enough is enough: The high priest and several captains decide to make Joash king Joash becomes king at age seven Athaliah hears all the noise and believes it is treason Everything Athaliah built gets destroyed, even the fake Baal religion Hey! Don't go away yet! Also check out these other P40 sites: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Website - https://www.p40ministries.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p40ministries Contact - jenn@p40ministries.com Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/c-6493869 Books - https://www.amazon.com/Jenn-Kokal/e/B095JCRNHY/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk Merch - https://www.p40ministries.com/shop YouVersion - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/38267-out-of-the-mire-trusting-god-in-the-middle This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. If you are struggling with debt call Trinity today. Trinity's counselors have the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.org TrinityCredit – Call us at 1-800-793-8548. Whether we're helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments. https://trinitycredit.org Check out LifeAudio for other faith-based podcasts on parenting, studying Scripture, and more: www.lifeaudio.com Become a member to gain access to The Bible Explained on Fridays: https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We trace Judah's final arc from Josiah's remarkable Passover to the fall of Jerusalem and the surprising hope in Cyrus's decree, and we set up a chronological journey through the Minor Prophets to see God's heart across the same timeline. We share a free visual guide to help map kings to prophets for clarity and deeper engagement.• Josiah restores worship and leads an unmatched Passover• A fatal decision at Megiddo ends a season of reform• Jehoahaz, Jehoiakim, Jehoiachin, and Zedekiah accelerate decline• Prophetic warnings from Jeremiah and Ezekiel are ignored• Babylon destroys the temple and deports the people• Seventy years of exile fulfill Jeremiah's word• Cyrus authorizes return and rebuilding in Jerusalem• Why Chronicles speaks to a returning community• Next: reading Minor Prophets roughly in order• Free resource to visualize prophets to kings for studyGo check out that Kings and Prophets download at the website, outloudbible.com/resources. Hear it, love it, live it.Send Mike a quick message! (If you seek a reply, instead please contact through Outloudbible.com) Support the showCheck out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

(2 Chronicles 7:14) You cannot decide for everyone, but you must decide for yourself! We all must decide what we will do with the Lord. This is the message to the nation of Israel, and it is as true today as it was then.  Join our study through Scripture this year. Find resources for every book of the Bible at enjoyingthejourney.org/journey-through-scripture/ Whether you're a new believer or have walked with the Lord for years, you'll find thousands of free devotionals, Bible studies, audio series, and Scripture tools designed to strengthen your faith, deepen your understanding of the Bible, and help you stay rooted in the Word of God. Explore now at EnjoyingTheJourney.org. Extend the Work Enjoying the Journey provides every resource for free worldwide. If you would like to help extend this Bible teaching, you may give at enjoyingthejourney.org/donations/

King Jehoram dies and his son Ahaziah becomes the next king: Ahaziah took bad advice from his mother and family members, who counseled him "to his ruin" Ahaziah dies visiting the King of Israel There is no one to take the throne after Ahaziah dies, so his mother decides it's hers She tries to kill all her grandsons so she can stay on the throne, but one grandson is saved by his aunt Encouragement on how God is always working behind the scenes Don’t just check out one… Take a look at them all! YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Website - https://www.p40ministries.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p40ministries Contact - jenn@p40ministries.com Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/c-6493869 Books - https://www.amazon.com/Jenn-Kokal/e/B095JCRNHY/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk Merch - https://www.p40ministries.com/shop YouVersion - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/38267-out-of-the-mire-trusting-god-in-the-middle This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. If you are struggling with debt call Trinity today. Trinity's counselors have the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.org TrinityCredit – Call us at 1-800-793-8548. Whether we're helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments. https://trinitycredit.org Check out LifeAudio for other faith-based podcasts on parenting, studying Scripture, and more: www.lifeaudio.com Become a member to gain access to The Bible Explained on Fridays: https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Mercy meets failure as Manasseh turns from deep idolatry, while Josiah's zeal and the rediscovered law spark national renewal. We trace how humility, decisive action, and Scripture transform people and communities.• Manasseh's idolatry and oppression across Judah• Assyrian captivity leading to sincere repentance• Public reforms that remove idols and rebuild worship• Amon's imitation of sin without humility• Josiah's early pursuit of God and bold purges• Discovery of the law scroll and public reading• Huldah's prophecy balancing judgment and mercy• Covenant renewal as communal commitment• Practical steps to return to Scripture and obedienceSend Mike a quick message! (If you seek a reply, instead please contact through Outloudbible.com) Support the showCheck out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Jehoshaphat dies and his son, Jehoram, takes the throne: Jehoshaphat sets up the kingdom so that his sons will not fight over the throne Jehoram kills all of his brothers and some of the leaders in Judah Elijah the prophet sends a letter to Jehoram How could Elijah send a letter if he was already in heaven? God strikes Jehoram with a terrible plague, and no one cares Click all the links for more cool stuff: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Website - https://www.p40ministries.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p40ministries Contact - jenn@p40ministries.com Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/c-6493869 Books - https://www.amazon.com/Jenn-Kokal/e/B095JCRNHY/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk Merch - https://www.p40ministries.com/shop YouVersion - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/38267-out-of-the-mire-trusting-god-in-the-middle Check out LifeAudio for other faith-based podcasts on parenting, studying Scripture, and more: www.lifeaudio.com Become a member to gain access to The Bible Explained on Fridays: https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. “Whether we’re helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments, Trinity has the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.org/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Mercy meets a willing heart as Hezekiah gathers a divided people for a delayed Passover and God welcomes those determined to seek Him. Courage, reform, and prayer carry Judah through mockery, siege, and pride into renewal and joy.• gratitude for listener support and partnership• recap of Hezekiah's reforms and reopened temple• nationwide Passover invitation amid mixed reactions• prayer for the unclean and God's favorable response• extended celebration leading to idol removal• systems for tithes, storerooms, and fair distribution• Sennacherib's taunts, fortified defenses, and encouragement• joint prayer with Isaiah and decisive deliverance• warning about pride and the test of success• invitation to approach God before life is tidyIf you want to go check out the more details of Hezekiah's life, two stories are fleshed out a little bit more in the book of 2 Kings, chapter 20.Send Mike a quick message! (If you seek a reply, instead please contact through Outloudbible.com) Support the showCheck out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

God tells His people to go out to battle without fighting: King Jehoshaphat puts faith into practice by having singers lead the battle God sends an ambush to the opposing army The people of Judah find the army loaded with silver, gold, and jewels Jehoshaphat is punished after siding with another evil king Don’t just check out one… Take a look at them all! YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Website - https://www.p40ministries.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p40ministries Contact - jenn@p40ministries.com Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/c-6493869 Books - https://www.amazon.com/Jenn-Kokal/e/B095JCRNHY/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk Merch - https://www.p40ministries.com/shop YouVersion - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/38267-out-of-the-mire-trusting-god-in-the-middle Support babies and get quality coffee with Seven Weeks Coffee https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=P40 Check out LifeAudio for other faith-based podcasts on parenting, studying Scripture, and more: www.lifeaudio.com Become a member to gain access to The Bible Explained on Fridays: https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

The Harmony of HIStories Series

Pastor Travis Cunningham continues our Anchored: Core Values series by preaching on our next value - Prayer Saturated from 2 Chronicles 20:1-30. Learn more about Story Church at our website: story.church Instagram: @ourstorychurch

GOD has not forsaken HIS chosen remnant. There shall be Glory after this! Hold on to the promises of the LORD! Stand by faith in prayer and watch GOD. Pray this helps… (2 Chronicles 7:14)

We trace Judah's fall under Ahaz—idolatry, closed temple, failed alliances—and the swift, grounded reform of Hezekiah, who reopens the doors, restores worship, and leads a nation back to covenant. Practical steps close the episode: Scripture, prayer, praise, and costly, honest change.• Ahaz's idolatry and national humiliation• Prophetic rebuke and mercy toward captives• Foreign help fails and pride deepens• Hezekiah opens the temple and repairs• Consecration of priests and Levites• Sacrifice, music, and communal worship restored• Practical habits to return to God• Repentance as reopening, not performanceToday's the day to get back on track.Send Mike a quick message! (If you seek a reply, instead please contact through Outloudbible.com) Support the showCheck out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Jehoshaphat is faced with a terrible problem: The Moabites, Ammonites, and Muenites are attacking Judah The king orders a fast and a prayer gathering God hears Jehoshaphat's prayer and answers God tests the faith of His people and shows them His great power 4 ways this passage relates to our trials: God hears us God works for us God teaches us God shows His power Hey! Don't leave before looking at other P40 stuff: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Website - https://www.p40ministries.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p40ministries Contact - jenn@p40ministries.com Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/c-6493869 Books - https://www.amazon.com/Jenn-Kokal/e/B095JCRNHY/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk Merch - https://www.p40ministries.com/shop YouVersion - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/38267-out-of-the-mire-trusting-god-in-the-middle Support babies and get quality coffee with Seven Weeks Coffee https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=P40 Check out LifeAudio for other faith-based podcasts on parenting, studying Scripture, and more: www.lifeaudio.com Become a member to gain access to The Bible Explained on Fridays: https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

God doesn't judge by numbers or strength, but He looks at the heart, just as He did when He found David! Join Pastor Cameron as he reminds us that God's eyes are always looking for those who put their trust in Him. 

Three kings from Judah reveal how pride grows after victory and how contentment keeps a legacy intact. We trace Amaziah's partial devotion, Uzziah's presumption, and Jotham's steady faith to draw out a simple test: will success make us humble or make us overreach?• Judah's split history and the king-by-king lens• Amaziah's early obedience and costly trust• The raid, idolatry, and a prophet's silenced warning• Challenge to Israel and Judah's defeat• Uzziah's innovations, reforms, and fame• Boundary crossing in the temple and judgment• Jotham's restraint, building projects, and resolve• Sunk-cost thinking versus trusting God's provision• Pride in prosperity and the practice of contentment• Legacy shaped by obedience more than outcomesSend Mike a quick message! (If you seek a reply, instead please contact through Outloudbible.com) Support the showCheck out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

King Jehoshaphat returns safely from battle in spite of his disobedience: God gives Jehoshaphat a mixed prophecy - anger and encouragement What the word "love" means, when it says that Jehoshaphat loved the wicked Jehoshaphat fixes the judicial system of Judah The king puts an appeals court in Jerusalem Here's other amazing content from P40! YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Website - https://www.p40ministries.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p40ministries Contact - jenn@p40ministries.com Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/c-6493869 Books - https://www.amazon.com/Jenn-Kokal/e/B095JCRNHY/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk Merch - https://www.p40ministries.com/shop YouVersion - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/38267-out-of-the-mire-trusting-god-in-the-middle Support babies and get quality coffee with Seven Weeks Coffee https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=P40 Check out LifeAudio for other faith-based podcasts on parenting, studying Scripture, and more: www.lifeaudio.com Become a member to gain access to The Bible Explained on Fridays: https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

The Harmony of HIStories Series

This is the message from our Thursday service on 1/8/2026 with Chet Lowe.

A hidden heir survives a murderous purge, a priest stages a courageous restoration, and a young king thrives—until he trades wise counsel for flattery and loses everything. We trace the thin line between reform and relapse and ask what keeps faith steady when mentors are gone.• Ahaziah's ruin through corrupt counsel• Athaliah's coup and the hidden child Joash• Jehoiada's plan, covenant, and temple renewal• Transparent giving and skilled repair work• Death of Jehoiada and rapid spiritual drift• Zechariah's warning and martyrdom• Syrian judgment and Joash's assassination• Call to become Jehoiada-like mentors• Challenge to own faith beyond borrowed influenceSend Mike a quick message! (If you seek a reply, instead please contact through Outloudbible.com) Support the showCheck out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

The Word of the Day with Rene' Holaday for Wednesday, 1-7-26, 2 Chronicles 18, Part 2.  Cool chapter!  Quite the amazing story! If any of you can help me with firewood, I could use help!  If you're blessed by this daily Bible Study and you can help me with a donation of $5 or more to my PayPal address, it certainly would be appreciated!  This next couple weeks I will be having a "FIREWOOD funds drive" so I can buy more firewood, and you can donate any amount to : reneholaday@gmail.com if you go to PayPal.com and let them know your amount and my PayPal email address.  THANK YOU ahead of time! Blessings to everyone!  ;()

The Word of the Day with Rene' Holaday for Tuesday, 1-6-26, Part 1 of 2: 2 Chronicles 18: 1-34. Come and see what this chapter is about!  I bet it has content you've never heard about before! If any of you can help me with firewood, I could use help!  If you're blessed by this daily Bible Study and you can help me with a donation of $5 or more to my PayPal address, it certainly would be appreciated!  This next couple weeks I will be having a "FIREWOOD funds drive" so I can buy more firewood, and you can donate any amount to : reneholaday@gmail.com if you go to PayPal.com and let them know your amount and my PayPal email address.  THANK YOU ahead of time! Blessings to everyone!  ;()

God sends Micaiah to talk to Ahab and Jehoshaphat: Micaiah shares that Ahab will die if he goes to war with the Syrians God sends a lying spirit to the false prophets God sends Micaiah to tell the truth Ahab has a choice: believe the truth, or believe the lies Jehoshaphat almost dies in battle, but God protects him Ahab dies There are so many other things P40 does! Check it out: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Website - https://www.p40ministries.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p40ministries Contact - jenn@p40ministries.com Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/c-6493869 Books - https://www.amazon.com/Jenn-Kokal/e/B095JCRNHY/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk Merch - https://www.p40ministries.com/shop YouVersion - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/38267-out-of-the-mire-trusting-god-in-the-middle Support babies and get quality coffee with Seven Weeks Coffee https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=P40 Check out LifeAudio for other faith-based podcasts on parenting, studying Scripture, and more: www.lifeaudio.com Become a member to gain access to The Bible Explained on Fridays: https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We trace the sharp contrast between Jehoshaphat's praise-fueled victory and Jehoram's tragic drift, drawing a straight line from small compromises to generational fallout. A simple prayer of willingness becomes the pathway to real faithfulness and practical change.• Gratitude for community support and vision for the new year• Jehoshaphat's response to crisis through fasting, prayer and worship• The battle belongs to God as a lived strategy• Victory through praise and the abundance of blessing• Subtle compromise in alliances and unfinished high places• Jehoram's violent rule and the cost of drift• Why grit fails and willingness to rely on God matters• Simple practices to prioritize God's word and guard against driftLet's prioritize the Word of God this year—hear it, love it, live itSend Mike a quick message! (If you seek a reply, instead please contact through Outloudbible.com) Support the showCheck out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

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King Jehoshaphat makes a treaty with King Ahab: Ahab asks Jehoshaphat to go to war with him, and Jehoshaphat accepts Jehoshaphat asks for a prophet to inquire of YHWH for wisdom in war Micaiah the prophet gives a snarky remark to the kings before giving his real prophecy How to discern between true prophecy and charlatans claiming to be prophets There are so many other things P40 does! Check it out: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Website - https://www.p40ministries.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p40ministries Contact - jenn@p40ministries.com Books - https://www.amazon.com/Jenn-Kokal/e/B095JCRNHY/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk Merch - https://www.p40ministries.com/shop YouVersion - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/38267-out-of-the-mire-trusting-god-in-the-middle Support babies and get quality coffee with Seven Weeks Coffee https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=P40 Check out LifeAudio for other faith-based podcasts on parenting, studying Scripture, and more: www.lifeaudio.com Become a member to gain access to The Bible Explained on Fridays: https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this sermon pastor Ron Jones counsels us on how to prepare our heart to seek God in these coming days of prayer and fasting. Learn from Rehoboam's poor example in this message preached to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 1/4/26. www.hillsideeastman.com

Hello Friends! I love to hear from you! Please send me a text message by clicking on this link! Blessings to You!In this episode, Dr. Jori discusses with her listeners the description of how Solomon established his kingdom and the LORD his GOD was with him and exalted him greatly. Scripture References: 2 Chronicles 1:1; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; 1 Chronicles 29:1-2; 1 Chronicles 23; 1 Chronicles 29:20-30; James 4:10; Matthew 1:23; Ephesians 1:13-14; Matthew 28:20 Scripture translation used is the NASB 1995“Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995, 2020 (only use the last year corresponding to the edition quoted) by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved. www.Lockman.org”FIND DR. JORI ON OTHER PLATFORMS https://linktr.ee/drjorishafferCHECK OUT THE DWELL AUDIO BIBLE APP:Click this link for my unique referral code.  I use this frequently. Such a wonderful audio bible app. https://dwellapp.io/aff?ref=jorishafferBIBLE STUDY TOOLS DR. JORI USES:Note: These contain  Amazon affiliate links, meaning I get a commission, at no extra cost to you,  if you decide to make a purchase through my links.Here is a link to some of my favorite bible study tools on Amazon:https://geni.us/cHtrfEMr. Pen Bible Journaling Kitshttps://lvnta.com/lv_PTrHSCogbRim4yhEDnhttps://lvnta.com/lv_mkaMOuGe6m4oHR88uqhttps://lvnta.com/lv_dgvsxOc99t663A628z  BOOKS OF BIBLE COLOR CHARTI made this chart as a helpful tool for grouping the collections of books or letters  in the Holy Bible.  The colors in the different sections are the ones that I use in my journals.  Books of Bible Chart (color) (4).pdf - Google Drive    LOOKING TO RETAIN MORE OF WHAT YOUR PASTOR IS TEACHING?              CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S SERMON REFLECTION JOURNALS! Sermon Notes, Reflections and Applications Journal/Notebooks by Dr. Jori. Click the links below to be directed to amazon.com for purchase. Or search “Dr. Jori Shaffer” on Amazon to bring these up.  https://amzn.to/418LfRshttps://amzn.to/41862EyHere is a brief YouTube video that tells about the Journal/Notebooks as well:https://youtu.be/aXpQNYUEzds   Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com  Support the show

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❖ Follow along with today's reading: www.esv.org/2Chronicles35;Revelation21;Malachi3;John20 ❖ The English Standard Version (ESV) is an 'essentially literal' translation of the Bible in contemporary English. Created by a team of more than 100 leading evangelical scholars and pastors, the ESV Bible emphasizes 'word-for-word' accuracy, literary excellence, and depth of meaning. ❖ To learn more about the ESV and other audio resources, please visit www.ESV.org

❖ Follow along with today's reading: www.esv.org/2Chronicles34;Revelation20;Malachi2;John19 ❖ The English Standard Version (ESV) is an 'essentially literal' translation of the Bible in contemporary English. Created by a team of more than 100 leading evangelical scholars and pastors, the ESV Bible emphasizes 'word-for-word' accuracy, literary excellence, and depth of meaning. ❖ To learn more about the ESV and other audio resources, please visit www.ESV.org