Seek God First

Before Jehoshaphat ever faces a military crisis, he chooses to follow God wholeheartedly. He seeks the Lord, obeys his command, and leads the people of Judah away from idol worship. Jehoshaphat even sends priests and Levites throughout the nation to teach God’s Word to the people (2 Chronicles 17:7-9). He is devoted to the Lord because he knows God is faithful, trustworthy, and worthy of obedience. Jehoshaphat does not wait for trouble before turning to God. Seeking the Lord is already a pattern in his life. Long before fear and uncertainty come, he has learned to trust God and depend on him...