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In 2 Kings 18:9-19:37, the narrative revolves around King Hezekiah of Judah, who faced a formidable threat from the Assyrian king, Sennacherib. Jerusalem came under siege, and the situation seemed dire. However, Hezekiah remained steadfast in his trust in God and sought the guidance of the prophet Isaiah. Through fervent prayer and reliance on God's intervention, a miraculous deliverance took place. In response to Hezekiah's faith, God sent an angel, who destroyed the Assyrian army, and Sennacherib was forced to retreat in humiliation. This event showcased God's power and sovereignty, affirming the covenant with Israel and ensuring the restoration of Jerusalem.
Psalms 46 is a hymn of refuge and strength, celebrating the security found in God amid turbulent times. It proclaims that even in the face of nations raging and kingdoms crumbling, God remains a fortress and a source of peace. The psalm invites people to trust in God's faithfulness, knowing that He will ultimately bring salvation and restoration to His people.
Psalms 80 is a psalm of supplication on behalf of Israel. It seeks God's intervention to restore His people, who have faced calamity and have been scattered among the nations. The psalm calls for God's mercy and grace, reminding Him of His covenant with Israel, and pleads for His face to shine upon them once again.
Psalm 135 is a poetic hymn that praises the greatness and sovereignty of God, contrasting Him with the lifeless idols worshiped by other nations. The psalmist emphasizes the stark contrast between the living God of Israel and the false gods of the surrounding nations.
The psalmist is describing the lifeless nature of the idols made by human hands. Unlike the living God of Israel, these idols lack any ability to speak, see, hear, or act. They are mere man-made objects, made from silver and gold.
The significant insight comes in the last line: "Those who make them become like them, so do all who trust in them." This statement suggests that those who create and worship these lifeless idols end up resembling them in certain ways. While physically, they remain human, the idea conveyed is that their characters and spiritual condition become similar to the emptiness and powerlessness of the idols they adore.
In other words, worshiping these false gods leads to a spiritual decline, moral decay, and a loss of the qualities that reflect the divine attributes of the one true God. The psalmist is cautioning against the worship of idols, urging the people to worship
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