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What does the Bible say about Jehu being king?

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Jehu was made king by the decree of God, appointed to execute divine judgment upon the house of Ahab.

The Bible records in 2 Kings 9 that Jehu was anointed king over Israel, not by popular vote or democratic means, but through an unusual decree of God. This divine appointment emphasizes the sovereignty of God in choosing leaders according to His perfect will. Jehu’s kingship serves a pivotal role in God's plan to eradicate idolatry from Israel, particularly as he was commanded to destroy the entire house of Ahab, fulfilling God’s judgment against them. Thus, Jehu’s reign illustrates that kingship, like everything in creation, is subject to God's sovereign decree.
Scripture References: 2 Kings 9:1-15

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Jehu Is King
Tom Harding · Dec 7, 2016