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Devotion

Josiah's overarching commitment to the Lord is demonstrated through his meticulous restoration of covenant worship and his zealous, though ultimately tragic, leadership.

Consecration (35:1-6)

The priests and Levites are commanded to purify themselves and prepare the sanctuary to ensure the Passover is observed exactly as God prescribed through Moses.

Jesus perfectly fulfilled the requirement of absolute purity, offering Himself as the unblemished Lamb whose ultimate consecration prepares the way for sinners to enter the holy presence of the Father.

Sacrifice (35:7-15)

The immense voluntary provision of flocks and herds by the king and his officials underscores the magnitude of the offering required to approach God in right standing.

The countless animal offerings provided here only foreshadowed the infinite, once for all provision of Christ, whose willing sacrifice on the cross fully satisfies the justice of God against our sin.

Remembrance (35:16-19)

The faithful execution of the Passover serves as an unparalleled memorial of covenant deliverance, surpassing any observance held since the days of Samuel.

This memorial of deliverance from physical bondage points directly to the communion table, where we remember the far greater deliverance from sin and death secured by the broken body and shed blood of Jesus.

Presumption (35:20-27)

Josiah's fatal decision to engage Necho in battle despite a divine warning illustrates the grave danger of acting on personal zeal rather than seeking God's specific guidance.

Unlike the best of earthly kings who still stumble in pride and fall to death, Jesus perfectly submitted to the will of the Father, conquering death to become our eternal and infallible Sovereign.
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Good News rCa

Christ's death on a cross paid the debt we owe God for our sins (Colossians 2:14). The proof is God raised Him from the dead (Romans 1:4).

This means God can now remain right, while forgiving our sins (Romans 3:26) and delivering us from His coming wrath (1 Thessalonians 1:10). It's a free gift for those who believe in Christ (Romans 6:23).

If you believe, call on the Lord to save you (Romans 10:9-13).

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