Today I read 2 Kings 11, in which Joash became king of Judah after Ahaziah’s mother Athaliah killed the rest of Ahaziah’s children. Today I considered God can take people from hidden to protected leaders.
Hidden to Protected
God hid David’s descendent then surrounded him with protection (2 Kings 11:1- 12:3). When Ahaziah’s mother realized her son was dead, she killed everyone else royal. Ahaziah’s sister saved his son Joash by hiding him for six years. Priest Jehoiada had his people in place in the temple and around Joash when he placed the crown upon Joash. Athaliah tore her clothes and was upset. Jehoiada had the people take her outside to be killed. Joash was seven years old when he started reigning over Judah. Sometimes those God is going to put in place remain hidden until it is time and then are protected when presented.
Questions and Thoughts for Today
Who have you seen go from hidden to protect by power almost overnight?