In this dramatic account from 2 Kings 11, Athaliah, the ruthless queen of Judah, seizes power by eliminating her grandsons after Ahaziah’s death. However, Joash, the sole survivor, is hidden for six years in the temple by his aunt Jehosheba and nurtured by Jehoiada the high priest. When the time is right, Jehoiada reveals Joash to the people during a Sabbath gathering, and they proclaim him king. Athaliah, alerted by the celebration, rushes in only to realize her reign has ended, leading to her downfall. The story parallels the future return of another Davidic heir from the heavenly temple to claim His kingdom and defeat evil.
Each of these colorful, compelling, and easy-to-understand lessons begins with a fascinating Bible story that is used to shape a deeper understanding of Scripture and a clearer grasp of prophecy—to reach searching hearts and help them build a strong relationship with God!
