ADVICE FROM THE BIBLE FOR KING CHARLES III
  

Many kings are described in the Hebrew Bible.

We know, of course, about King David and King Solomon. What we may not know, however, is that most of the biblical kings failed!

They were corrupt, abused their power, got involved in wars, and were despised by their people. Examined closely, we see the 80/20 rule at work. About 80% percent of the kings were terrible. 20% were outstanding.

So what makes for an outstanding king? What guidance can the Bible provide for King Charles III? Here are a few themes:

1. Listen to your elders: King Solomon's successor was named Rehoboam. When he inherited the throne, the Israelites begged him to lighten their load.

Many of them had been conscripted by Solomon to complete massive building projects in Jerusalem. They hoped a new king would listen to their concerns.

Rehoboam heard their plea and turned to his advisors. His elderly experienced advisors told him to accede to their request. They had just cause.

But his younger advisors said Rehobaum had to make a statement. He had to show the people he was in charge. Rather than lighten their load, he should require them to READ MORE

FOR DAUGHTER, AND HER DAUGHTER

Please pray for healing and blessings for my daughter and her young daughter. Please pray for mental health and love to come into their life. They have both suffered from abuse and trauma caused from divorce, and have anger issues. Please pray for new beginnings and love and reunion for them. Thank you.

-Y.