Jehoshaphat #2 'His Heart was Lifted Up in Yahweh'

The Bible Channel - Discover the Bible. (By Christadelphianvideo.org)

A @Christadelphians Video: Description: Jehoshaphat was one of the three great kings of Judah who taught the people. He made mistakes and unwise alliances but because he sought Yahweh with all his heart, Yahweh gave him some wonderful victories and for these he never failed to thank his God. note: There appears to be a misquote on the overheads. When the people brought presents the overhead says 1 Chron 18:2, but it should be 2 Chron.17:5 # Summary The presentation focuses on Jehoshaphat, a biblical figure whose heart was devoted to Yahweh. It discusses his reign, his initial actions to strengthen Judah, his efforts to remove idolatry, and his educational reforms to teach the people the laws of Yahweh. ### Highlights - 📖 Jehoshaphat's courage: Micaiah's courageous stance against Ahab highlighted as an example of steadfast faith. - 👑 Jehoshaphat's reign: He made a strong start, strengthening Judah against Israel, and initiating reforms. - 🗺️ Timing of events: Explanation of significant dates and events in Jehoshaphat's reign, including his alliance with Ahab. - 🏰 Defence strategies: Jehoshaphat fortified cities along major roads to protect Judah from surrounding enemies. - 📚 Spiritual reformation: Removed high places and groves, initiated a travelling Bible school, and emphasised teaching the laws of Yahweh. - 👨‍👩‍👦 Influence of fathers: Discussion on the significant influence of fathers on their sons, both positively and negatively. - 💡 Leadership and teaching: Involvement of princes, Levites, and priests in the reformation efforts to educate the people. - 🕊️ Peace and trust: Judah's subjects showed their trust and love for Jehoshaphat by bringing him presents, indicating a successful and beloved rule. - 🌟 Following David: Jehoshaphat modelled his leadership after the early ways of King David, striving to walk in righteousness. - 🛡️ Combating sin: Emphasis on not just removing evil but replacing it with good to prevent sin from returning. - 🔄 Continuous battle: Acknowledgement that the battle against sin is ongoing and requires consistent effort and commitment. - 📈 Crowding out sin: Encouragement to stay busy with spiritual activities to prevent sinful behaviours. # Keyword Jehoshaphat, Reformation, Biblical teaching # Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 01:15 - Micaiah's courage 03:45 - Jehoshaphat's early reign 06:30 - Timeline of significant events 09:00 - Defence strategies 12:15 - Influence of fathers 15:00 - Removal of idolatry 17:45 - Spiritual house cleaning 21:00 - Crowding out sin 24:30 - Teaching and leadership 28:00 - Travelling Bible school 31:45 - Influence of good and bad fathers 35:00 - Spiritual reformation 38:00 - Princes and Levites teaching 41:15 - Judah's trust and love for Jehoshaphat 44:00 - Modelling after King David 47:00 - Combating sin with good 50:00 - Continuous spiritual battle 52:30 - Encouragement to stay busy with spiritual activities ****************************************************************************** This video was produced by the ChristadelphianVideo.org project, arranged and supported by Christadelphians worldwide. You can follow us online at.. #1 Our Main site... https://cdvideo.org #2 Our podcast on Podbean... https://cdvideo.org/podcast #3 Our podcast on Apple...https://cdvideo.org/podcast-apple #4 Our podcast on Anchor...https://cdvideo.org/truth-talk #5 Our facebook...https://facebook.com/OpenBibles #6 Our Whats App... http://cdvideo.org/WhatsApp #7 Our Instagram... http://cdvideo.org/Instagram #8 Our X... http://cdvideo.org/X #9 Our YouTube Channel... http://cdvideo.org/youtube #10 Our Audio site Scripturescribe.com... https://cdvideo.org/mp3 #11 linktr.ee/cdvideo #Christadelphianvideo #christadelphianstalk #Christadelphians #bibletruthfeed #openbible #Gospeltruth #gospel #Christadelphian #bibletruthfeed #podcast #Christadelphians #discoverthebible #thebiblechannel