Upon This Rock (8): Judicial Blindness
Don Doezema's article examines the reign of King Ahaz through the lens of Isaiah's prophecy, analyzing how spiritual decline and idolatry spread among God's people when leaders reject divine truth. The study illustrates the consequences of turning from God's covenant and the importance of faithful obedience in leadership and worship. This exposition connects Old Testament history to practical Christian lessons about spiritual vigilance and the dangers of worldliness.
Previous article in this series: January 1, 2013, p. 153. Isaiah was a prophet in Jerusalem during the reigns of no fewer than four kings of Judah: Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah (Is. 1:1). Uzziah and Jotham were good kings. Judah therefore enjoyed an extended period of prosperity. The great increase in worldly wealth and luxury was accompanied by a decline in spirituality among the people generally. When Jotham's son Ahaz began to practice idolatry, first after the manner of "the kings...
Full article available on sb.rfpa.org
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