2 Kings 14

Commentary

2 Kings 14 is a chapter that focuses on the reign of King Amaziah of Judah. It begins with a brief overview of his reign, noting that he did what was right in the eyes of the Lord, but not with a whole heart. This is an important point to note, as it sets the stage for the rest of the chapter. The chapter then goes on to describe how Amaziah defeated the Edomites and brought back their gods to Jerusalem. This was a mistake, as it was against the Lord's commandment. As a result, God sent a prophet to warn Amaziah of the consequences of his actions. Amaziah ignored the warning and continued to worship the idols. The chapter then goes on to describe how Amaziah was defeated by the king of Israel in battle. This was a result of his disobedience to the Lord. The chapter ends with a brief description of Amaziah's death and the ascension of his son, Uzziah, to the throne. Overall, this chapter serves as a reminder of the consequences of disobedience to the Lord. It also serves as a warning to those who would follow in Amaziah's footsteps. We must always remember to obey the Lord and to put Him first in all that we do.