HINT: Deep inside a dusty temple renovation, workers uncovered the lost Scroll of the Law. When young King Josiah heard it read, he tore his royal robes!
“Because your heart was penitent, and you humbled yourself before the Lord when you heard how I spoke against this place, I also have heard you.” — 2 Kings 22:19 (ESV)
In 2 Kings 22:11–19 (S8E3 Teaser: 'The Torn Robe'), why did God immediately show mercy to King Josiah when the lost scroll exposed Judah's sin?
✨ PERSONAL LESSON
A Tender Heart Always Moves Heaven
“Because your heart was penitent, and you humbled yourself before the Lord when you heard how I spoke against this place, I also have heard you.”
Whenever Scripture convicts or corrects us, we don't need to hide in defensiveness. A soft, humble heart before God is immediately met with 'I also have heard you, declares the Lord.'
SAY THIS ALOUD
“Lord, keep my heart tender and responsive to Your Word; thank You that You hear my prayer.”
