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EXAMINING THE KINGS OF II CHRONICLES

After 70 long years in a foreign land, the Israelites have finally returned home. Initially carried away by Nebuchadnezzar and the Babylonians, they settled in Babylon only to face yet another conquest by the Persians. However, through the sovereign hand of God, the people have now made their way back.

Standing among the rubble of their once proud land, they find themselves reflecting on the past. They reminisce about the golden age of Israel and the great kings who once ruled them. They also remember the increasing wickedness that infiltrated the hearts of their fathers, leading to their dispersion in the first place.

As the people return to their land, the book of Second Chronicles serves as a reminder that alongside physical return, there must also be a return of the heart to the Lord. It’s a return to brokenness, reliance, genuine prosperity, worship, repentance, and truth. In short, the Lord calls His people to return to Him.

Which chair do I sit in?

Chair #1: Committed Follower of Jesus Christ as LORD
- When the Word gives instruction, even if hard or painful to obey, they choose to follow and obey.

Chair #2: Not a Follower of Jesus Christ as LORD
- “Does the Lord actually know me?”
- “Do I live like I believe He is worthy to be known?”

They worship a god that requires:
- No obedience
- No submission
- No self-sacrifice

Chair #3: Do not know/admit they are NOT a Follower of Jesus Christ as LORD
- Don’t we believe in God?
- Don’t we go to church every Sunday it doesn’t interfere in our family schedule?
- Don’t we say prayers before the Thanksgiving meal?
- Don’t we vote for moral values?
- Aren’t we good people?

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” - John 16:33

EXAMINING THE KINGS OF II CHRONICLES

After 70 long years in a foreign land, the Israelites have finally returned home. Initially carried away by Nebuchadnezzar and the Babylonians, they settled in Babylon only to face yet another conquest by the Persians. However, through the sovereign hand of God, the people have now made their way back.

Standing among the rubble of their once proud land, they find themselves reflecting on the past. They reminisce about the golden age of Israel and the great kings who once ruled them. They also remember the increasing wickedness that infiltrated the hearts of their fathers, leading to their dispersion in the first place.

As the people return to their land, the book of Second Chronicles serves as a reminder that alongside physical return, there must also be a return of the heart to the Lord. It’s a return to brokenness, reliance, genuine prosperity, worship, repentance, and truth. In short, the Lord calls His people to return to Him.

EXAMINING THE KINGS OF II CHRONICLES



After 70 long years in a foreign land, the Israelites have finally returned home. Initially carried away by Nebuchadnezzar and the Babylonians, they settled in Babylon only to face yet another conquest by the Persians. However, through the sovereign hand of God, the people have now made their way back.



Standing among the rubble of their once proud land, they find themselves reflecting on the past. They reminisce about the golden age of Israel and the great kings who once ruled them. They also remember the increasing wickedness that infiltrated the hearts of their fathers, leading to their dispersion in the first place.



As the people return to their land, the book of Second Chronicles serves as a reminder that alongside physical return, there must also be a return of the heart to the Lord. It’s a return to brokenness, reliance, genuine prosperity, worship, repentance, and truth. In short, the Lord calls His people to return to Him.

Celebrating Resurrection Sunday at Bannockburn Church with this message from Pastor Craig Turnbull. He Is Risen!