I just kept reading until a theme hit me. I find the reign of Josiah to be very interesting. I get the sense that these kings were SO far removed from God that they didn't even realize it. They had completely lost their way. Along comes little Josiah. All of 8 years old when he becomes king. I'm not sure it says how old he was when he starts making all the changes, but its remarkable regardless. He finds the book of the covenant, and completely follows it. He destroys everything around him that isn't in accordance with the what the book says.....
So, my question is; what is in our lives that is in conflict with the book we are reading everyday? What do we need to destroy, or cut out of our lives? For me, I need to take a fresh look at my surroundings, my habits, my priorities....and give my life a full "Josiah-ing."
Back to the covenant I've made with God, many times.
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My pastor's son is Josiah. I have never read these passages before but I can see why you would name your son Josiah, what a great model to follow. I like the term you coined 'josiahing' stuff out of my life--I have to say I almost scared to try to think that way which tells me I am probably holding on to some things that I should not.
ReplyDeletegood take by you.
knut