In what ways can we apply Jehu's zeal for God in our lives today? Jehu’s Zeal—A Brief Snapshot “Come with me and see my zeal for the LORD!” (2 Kings 10:16). Jehu’s passion drove him to root out idolatry and fulfill God’s word with fearless determination. A Call to Undivided Allegiance • Jehu removed every vestige of Baal worship (2 Kings 10:18-28). • Our parallel: rid our hearts of rival affections. – 1 John 5:21 — “Little children, keep yourselves from idols.” – Matthew 6:24 — “No one can serve two masters.” Guarding Against Spiritual Compromise • Jehu refused half-measures; he destroyed the pillars and temple of Baal. • Today: – Examine entertainment, relationships, ambitions. – Ephesians 5:11 — “Have no fellowship with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them.” Courageous Action in the Face of Evil • Jehu confronted entrenched systems backed by powerful people (Ahab’s house). • We confront cultural evils—abortion, sexual immorality, dishonesty—speaking truth in love (Ephesians 4:15). • Romans 12:21 — “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” Purifying Our Worship • Jehu turned a temple of Baal into a latrine (2 Kings 10:27). • Purify church life: – Uphold Scripture over trends (2 Timothy 4:2-4). – Protect doctrinal purity (Jude 3). Zeal Balanced by Obedience • Jehu was praised for zeal yet later “was not careful to walk in the law of the LORD” (2 Kings 10:31). • Lesson: zeal must stay tethered to daily obedience. – John 14:15 — “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.” Daily Practices to Cultivate Godly Zeal • Immerse in the Word (Psalm 119:97). • Persistent prayer (Colossians 4:2). • Fellowship that ignites passion (Hebrews 10:24-25). • Active service—meet needs, share the gospel (Titus 2:14). • Continuous repentance—adjust quickly when conviction comes (Revelation 3:19). Encouraging One Another • Jehonadab joins Jehu in the chariot (2 Kings 10:15-16). Zeal is contagious. • Invite believers to “come and see” passionate obedience: – Model holiness at home and work. – Celebrate testimonies of God’s victories. Conclusion—Running Our Race with Zeal Like Jehu, let us act decisively for God, renounce compromise, and keep zeal aflame through steady obedience so we may one day hear, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” |
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