2Ki 22:20 | MHM | STEP | v. 20 : God promised Josiah that he would die in peace and would not witness the great trouble that would soon come to Judah. Even though Josiah died in battle, he was spared from seeing the destruction of Jerusalem. God’s promise reminded him—and us—that those who fear Him and repent will find mercy, even when judgment is coming (Isaiah 57:1-2 ).

‏ 2 Kings 22:20

v. 20: God promised Josiah that he would die in peace and would not witness the great trouble that would soon come to Judah. Even though Josiah died in battle, he was spared from seeing the destruction of Jerusalem. God’s promise reminded him—and us—that those who fear Him and repent will find mercy, even when judgment is coming (Isaiah 57:1-2 ^a).