Saul Weinreb - Let the Prophets Speak

Chronicles 2:16 - Asa's Disappointing Decline

The promising reign of King Asa ends with a failure of leadership.

Chronicles 2:15 - A Renewed Covenant With God

At the advice of the prophet Azaryahu, King Asa leads the people of Judah into a renewal of the covenant with God.

Chronicles 2:14 - King Asa Leads Judah Back to God

King Asa takes the proper path and wins a major military victory to defend Judah.

Chronicles 2:13 - The Reign of Aviyah and Civil War

Aviyah takes over after his father's death, and all out civil war breaks out between Israel and Judah.

Chronicles 2:12 - Pharoah Sheshak Raids Israel

Rehoboam's arrogance and pride leads to weakness which Pharoah Sheshak is quick to exploit. Jerusalem pays its' way out of complete destruction.

Chronicles 2:11 - Rehoboam Consolidates His Kingdom

Civil war is averted, and Rehoboam shifts his focus towards the consolidation of his kingdom.

Chronicles 2:10 - Israel Rebels

Rehaboam chooses the path of oppression, and the people of Israel launch a rebellion.

Chronicles 2:9 - The Queen of Sheba

Solomon's reign is depicted at its greatest as the reputation of Solomon has spread far and wide.  the visit of the Queen of Sheba to Solomon's court is highlighted as one of the greatest events of Solomon's career as king.

Chronicles 2:8 - The Grandeur of Solomon's Kingdom

Solomon's kingdom at its' height extended as far north as parts of what is today southern Turkey, and as far south as the port of Eilat.  He even had a fleet of sailing ships in the Indian Ocean!

Chronicles 2:7 - God Approves of Solomon's Temple ... IF

God shows His acceptance of the Temple, but only if the people humble themselves before God and follow His commandments.