2Ki 12:17 | MHM | STEP | Death of Joash, King of Judah. Joash’s life ended sadly after he turned away from God. He became an idolater and persecuted God’s people. Because of this, the Lord withdrew his protection, and Joash’s situation grew worse than before. His enemies attacked him, and even his own servants turned against him. This shows how serious the consequences are when a leader abandons God and dishonors His name. v. 17 : Joash’s enemies, led by Hazael of Syria, took advantage of Judah’s weakness. After punishing Israel, Hazael threatened Jerusalem and captured the strong city of Gath. Joash had no strength to fight back, so he gave Hazael all the gold from his palace and the temple to bribe him to avoid attacking Jerusalem .

‏ 2 Kings 12:17

Death of Joash, King of Judah.

Joash’s life ended sadly after he turned away from God. He became an idolater and persecuted God’s people. Because of this, the Lord withdrew his protection, and Joash’s situation grew worse than before. His enemies attacked him, and even his own servants turned against him. This shows how serious the consequences are when a leader abandons God and dishonors His name.

v. 17: Joash’s enemies, led by Hazael of Syria, took advantage of Judah’s weakness. After punishing Israel, Hazael threatened Jerusalem and captured the strong city of Gath. Joash had no strength to fight back, so he gave Hazael all the gold from his palace and the temple to bribe him to avoid attacking Jerusalem .