“When all
hope is gone and your back is against the wall, ‘Pray.’
Ask God to
guide you and he will take good care of you.”
― Ellen J.
Barrier
And when he
was in affliction, he besought the LORD his God, and humbled himself greatly
before the God of his fathers, and prayed unto him: and he was entreated of
him, and heard his supplication, and brought him again to Jerusalem into his
kingdom. Then Manasseh knew that the LORD he was God. 11 Chronicles 33:12, 13
Story:
Manasseh was the ruler of Jerusalem for
fifty-five years. During his range he was described as one who caused the
people to commit acts that were displeasing to God. Therefore, he and those who
followed his leadership had been warned to correct their errors. And because of
his disobedience, it was said “Wherefore the LORD brought upon them the
captains of the host of the king of Assyria, which took Manasseh among the
thorns, and bound him with fetters, and carried him into Babylon.” 11
Chronicles 33:11
My Thoughts:
In times of
afflictions, whether, they are health related, or a condition whereby one feels
they are imprisoned, they seek help.
Manasseh, did as many others do, he turned to the God who his ancestors
trusted for help. He received help from God, and became a better leader. He
corrected many of his wrongdoings. And because of the changes he made in his
leadership, the people made some positive changes as well. When leadership is
strengthened and governed with righteous behavior, the people are better for
it.
Sources for
Scriptures: King James Version Bible
___Ellen J. Barrier
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