2 CHRONICLES 19

JEHOSHAPHAT’S HONORABLE DECISIONS

After Ahab’s death, Jehoshaphat went back to Judah. The prophet Jehu confronted Jehoshaphat for making an alliance with Ahab. Because Jehoshaphat destroyed false idols throughout Judah and desired to follow God, he was considered a righteous king, but his alliance with Ahab was wrong and out of character.

Jehoshaphat appointed judges and instructed them to honor God’s law in their decision making. Jehoshaphat also appointed the Levites to serve as officers and settle disputes. He encouraged his leadership to serve with justice and acknowledge God as the ultimate judge.

2 Chronicles 19:9 - And he charged them: ”Thus you shall do in the fear of the Lord, in faithfulness, and with your whole heart.”