2Ch 27:3 | MHM | STEP | v. 3-4 : Jotham's righteousness is demonstrated through his building projects for God's glory and the nation's security. He built the high gate of the house of the Lord and did much building on the wall of Ophel (2 Chronicles 27:3 ). The high gate (or upper gate) was likely on the vulnerable north side of the temple, showing his concern for protecting God's house. Ophel was the fortified hill south of the temple mount, and strengthening it showed his wisdom in defending Jerusalem. Moreover, he built cities in the mountains of Judah, and in the forests he built castles and towers (2 Chronicles 27:4 ). These projects reveal a king who thought both of present security and future prosperity. Like Nehemiah later, he understood that loving God includes caring for His people's physical welfare and protection. Good kings build up rather than tear down, and they prepare for future generations rather than living only for themselves.

‏ 2 Chronicles 27:3

v. 3-4: Jotham's righteousness is demonstrated through his building projects for God's glory and the nation's security. He built the high gate of the house of the Lord and did much building on the wall of Ophel (2 Chronicles 27:3 ^a). The high gate (or upper gate) was likely on the vulnerable north side of the temple, showing his concern for protecting God's house. Ophel was the fortified hill south of the temple mount, and strengthening it showed his wisdom in defending Jerusalem. Moreover, he built cities in the mountains of Judah, and in the forests he built castles and towers (2 Chronicles 27:4 ^b). These projects reveal a king who thought both of present security and future prosperity. Like Nehemiah later, he understood that loving God includes caring for His people's physical welfare and protection. Good kings build up rather than tear down, and they prepare for future generations rather than living only for themselves.