2 Kings 15 - 16

2 KingsSteve Gregg
In this episode, Steve Gregg provides a detailed analysis of the events recorded in 2 Kings chapters 15 and 16. The story follows the reigns of various kings, including Jeroboam II, Zechariah, and Pika, and their actions that led to their downfall or success. The narrative is heavily focused on the relationship between the Israelites and their God, Yahweh, and how their transgressions against Yahweh led to their eventual defeat and downfall. Gregg provides insightful commentary on the historical and cultural context of the story and how it relates to biblical theology.
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In this talk, Steve Gregg continues on from his discussion of 2 Kings chapter 18 to explore the events of chapter 19 and 20. He explains how Hezekiah'
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In this biblical account, Steve Gregg reflects on the reign of Joash and Amaziah, two kings who failed to depart from the sins of Jeroboam and worship
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