JehoshaphatJehoshaphatKing of Jehovah’s Word

Background• Jehoshaphat was the 4th king of Judah who reigned, c.

872-848 B.C. (1 Kings 22:41-50; 2 Chron. 17:1 – 20:37)

• There is an emphasis made in the life of this king on his right relationship with God (2 Chron. 17:1-6)

• What can we learn from Jehoshaphat? We learn the importance of going to God first, before acting – Bible study and prayer first, before making decisions in life

King of Jehovah’s Word• Jehoshaphat wanted the people to hear and learn from

God first (2 Chron. 17:7-9)

• Jehoshaphat wanted to hear from God before going to war (2 Chron. 18:4-7)

• Jehoshaphat wanted the people to hear God’s judgment first in daily, personal matters (2 Chron. 19:4-11)

• Jehoshaphat wanted to hear from God in prayer before going to war against Moab (2 Chron. 20:3,5,18,20,27)

King of Jehovah’s Word• Jehoshaphat was rebuked only when he joined himself

with man first, instead of with God (1 Kings 22:44; 2 Chron. 19:1-3; 20:35-37)

Check With God First• This important principle is taught in the OT (Num. 9:6-8;

15:32-36)

• This important principle is taught in the NT (Acts 15:24)

Check With God First• When we want to know the plan of salvation

• When we want to preach a sermon

• When we want to plan the work and worship of the church

• When we face temptations

• When we are working out personal issues (M-D-R, conflict resolution)

Check With God First• When we make important decisions in life (marriage,

jobs, moving)

• When we have to make priorities

• When we check with man first, we will always have problems (Prov. 14:12; Jer. 10:23)

• When we check with God first, we will always be blessed