Hezekiah was one of the few kings who actually honoured God, 2 Chronicles 31:20-21. This verse has given scholars much to think about. Did Hezekiah do the following?
1. Transcribe from one book to another, 2. Translate, 3. Collate?
What effect does this have on our understanding of inspiration? None. All were inspired by God, 2 Timothy 3:16-17.
Prophecy is a perfect example of inspiration. It’s partially concealed until its fulfilment, then the glory of God’s wisdom and providence can be seen, Deuteronomy 29:29. There are so many things man does not know, Job 38-41.
How many times have our leaders listened to bad advice? Only when the kings, presidents and ministers are wise and good, will the government be established in righteousness, 1 Kings 12:1-17.
Everyone needs a taste of humility from time to time, Philippians 2:3-8, if we won’t humble ourselves then God will humble us, James 4:10 / Luke 14:7-11.
Once again, we’re reminded that we must obtain all of your information first before making any judgments on anyone else. We must understand all of the facts accurately, Matthew 18:15.
This could be a gold earring or a gold nose ring. The point is that gold pleases the eye and a cool drink pleases the heart. Normally, harvest time is a hot and sweaty time. The cool snow is a welcome change. It is refreshing to find an honest and faithful messenger, in other words, someone you trust.
These clouds are not worth much, neither is this person. This person boasts how good they are, but when it is time to produce the results there is nothing. We must keep our promises, 2 Peter 2:17.
Once again, we’re reminded of the tremendous power of the tongue it can be sued for good or bad, Luke 18:1-8 / James 3:3-6.
Solomon is basically saying that we should be moderate with all of our enjoyments, don’t overindulge.
Here we’re reminded not to impose on our neighbour. In other words, everyone needs some privacy, Matthew 26:36-36.
When someone is sad, they don’t usually appreciate laughing and joking. Such actions do not make sense given the circumstances, Romans 12:15.
This verse is quoted in Romans 12:20. We should always go the extra mile to help others, even our enemies, 2 Kings 6:22 / Matthew 5:40-48 / Romans 12:14-21. When you find out that someone has been talking about you ‘behind your back’, it certainly does not bring smiles!
The husband has to go to the corner of the attic to get away from his wife. Solomon should know with his many wives, 1 Kings 11:3 / Proverbs 21:9.
We all love a cool drink on a hot day and we all love to hear nothing but good news, but there are times when we waste that good news on those who are just not interested, Matthew 10:14.
These verses are basically describing someone we cannot depend upon to stay within their limits. In other words, this is someone who what we would say just, ‘flies off the handle.’
"For I am with you, and no one is going to attack and harm you, because I have many people in this city."