2 CHRONICLES 27

JOTHAM FAITHFULLY LEADS JUDAH

After the death of Uzziah (also called Azariah), Jotham reigns as king over Judah. Jotham is a faithful king who restores the temple, builds fortresses around Judah, and defeats the Ammonites. Jotham becomes a powerful leader because of his steadfast faithfulness to God. After Jotham’s death, his son Ahaz becomes the next king.