1 Kings 22; 2 Chronicles 18

Common Theme
These chapters describe King Ahab’s alliance with King Jehoshaphat and the disastrous battle at Ramoth Gilead. Despite clear warnings from the prophet Micaiah, Ahab chooses deception and self-will, leading to his downfall and death.

Questions
– Why do we so often reject true counsel when it contradicts our desires?
– How does God’s sovereignty work even through human stubbornness and deceit?

God Shot
God is shown as unwaveringly truthful and sovereign; He reveals His plans clearly through Micaiah even when kings resist. He is not manipulated or swayed by human schemes but ensures His word is fulfilled exactly as He declares.