READ WITH ME – DAY 14 Topic: King Josiah Was Eight Key Verse: "Josiah was eight years old when he became king... And he did what was right in the sight of the Lord, and walked in all the ways of his father David; he did not turn aside to the right hand or to the left." — 2 Kings 22:1–2 Today's Reflection Many people believe greatness begins in adulthood, but the life of King Josiah proves otherwise. At just eight years old, he became king of Judah, and instead of following the sinful examples around him, he chose to follow God. Josiah did not grow up in a godly environment. His father and grandfather had led the nation into idolatry, yet he refused to let his background determine his future. He made a personal decision to obey the Lord. As he grew older, his love for God became even more evident. He ordered the repair of the temple, and when God's Word was discovered and read to him, he humbled himself, repented, and led the nation back to God. Josiah's story reminds us that God is not looking for the oldest or the most experienced person. He is looking for hearts that are willing to obey Him. No matter your age or background, you can choose to stand for what is right and become a godly influence to others. Today's Takeaway: God is not looking for the oldest person in the room. He is looking for the heart that is willing to obey Him. Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for the example of King Josiah. Give me a heart that loves Your Word and obeys You, even when those around me choose a different path. Help me to be a godly influence wherever I am and use my life for Your glory. In Jesus' name, Amen. Follow this 30-day journey with me as we grow together through God's Word. Download the complete devotional FREE: https://selar.com/1937687kr1 See you tomorrow for Day 15! 🌱 #YoungShallGrow #ReadWithMe #Day14 #KingJosiah #DailyDevotional #ChristianGrowth #GrowInChrist #2Kings22 #YouthForChrist #ObeyGod

EVERYONE SAW A BOY... GOD SAW A KING IN TRAINING. His name was Josiah. He was only eight years old when he became king. Imagine that. A child wearing a crown. A nation filled with idols. A people who had forgotten God's Word. Humanly speaking... There was no hope. As Josiah grew, he began to seek the God of David. Then something unexpected happened. While repairing the temple... The Book of the Law was found. It had been neglected for so long that the nation had forgotten what God had said. When the words of Scripture were read to Josiah... He tore his clothes. Not because the kingdom was under attack. But because he realized how far they had drifted from God. One forgotten Book... Changed an entire nation. Josiah didn't start with politics. He started with God's Word. He destroyed the idols. He repaired the temple. He restored true worship. And he led one of the greatest revivals in Israel's history. Here's the deeper revelation. Revival didn't begin when the temple was repaired. It began when God's Word was rediscovered. A clean building cannot transform hearts. But God's Word can. The greatest danger isn't when the Bible is unavailable. It's when it's available... But ignored. LESSON A neglected Bible produces a wandering heart. A rediscovered Bible produces a transformed life. SCRIPTURE ENCOURAGEMENT "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." — Psalm 119:105 If you remember one thing, let it be this... WHEN GOD'S WORD RETURNS TO ITS RIGHTFUL PLACE... REVIVAL IS NEVER FAR BEHIND. 📖 Key Scriptures: 2 Kings 22–23 2 Chronicles 34–35 Psalm 119:105 Minister Clef Bible Insights Bringing Scripture to Life #MinisterClefBibleInsights #BringingScriptureToLife #BibleInsights #WordOfGod #BibleStudy #ChristianFaith #JesusChrist #KingJosiah #Revival #GodsWord #BiblicalTruth #ChristianContent

EVERYONE SAW A BOY... GOD SAW A KING IN TRAINING. His name was Josiah. He was only eight years old when he became king. Imagine that. A child wearing a crown. A nation filled with idols. A people who had forgotten God's Word. Humanly speaking... There was no hope. As Josiah grew, he began to seek the God of David. Then something unexpected happened. While repairing the temple... The Book of the Law was found. It had been neglected for so long that the nation had forgotten what God had said. When the words of Scripture were read to Josiah... He tore his clothes. Not because the kingdom was under attack. But because he realized how far they had drifted from God. One forgotten Book... Changed an entire nation. Josiah didn't start with politics. He started with God's Word. He destroyed the idols. He repaired the temple. He restored true worship. And he led one of the greatest revivals in Israel's history. Here's the deeper revelation. Revival didn't begin when the temple was repaired. It began when God's Word was rediscovered. A clean building cannot transform hearts. But God's Word can. The greatest danger isn't when the Bible is unavailable. It's when it's available... But ignored. LESSON A neglected Bible produces a wandering heart. A rediscovered Bible produces a transformed life. SCRIPTURE ENCOURAGEMENT "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." — Psalm 119:105 If you remember one thing, let it be this... WHEN GOD'S WORD RETURNS TO ITS RIGHTFUL PLACE... REVIVAL IS NEVER FAR BEHIND. 📖 Key Scriptures: 2 Kings 22–23 2 Chronicles 34–35 Psalm 119:105 Minister Clef Bible Insights Bringing Scripture to Life #MinisterClefBibleInsights #BringingScriptureToLife #BibleInsights #WordOfGod #BibleStudy #ChristianFaith #JesusChrist #KingJosiah #Revival #GodsWord #BiblicalTruth #ChristianContent

AMAZING FACTS Daily Devotionals The Names of God. February 22nd, 2026 When it comes to naming babies, some unusual choices have been picked out by parents and confirmed by government records. You expect to hear about babies named Sophia, Jackson, Olivia, and Lucas—but you’ll also find names like Happy, Famous, Beauty, and Success. Then there are parents who love certain locations in the world so much that they have picked the name of a city or country for their child’s name— including Tokyo, Nazareth, Arabia, and Zealand. Some have even added a touch of royalty to their child, scrunching together names like Sirjames, Kingjosiah, and Siranthony. You probably won’t learn much about the babies above through their names, although you might learn a few things about their parents. But when it comes to the names of God in the Bible, you will discover the different qualities of His character. During the time the Bible was written, names were important and revealed the character of a person. The Hebrew names El and Elohim tell us about God’s divine power and reveal Him as a strong and mighty One (Genesis 1:1; Exodus 20:2). El Elyon means “God Most High” and emphasizes His exalted status (Genesis 14:18–20). Adonai is the name “Lord” and describes the ruling power of God (Isaiah 6:1). These names show us the majestic character of God. Other names for God reveal His desire to be in a relationship with His people. For instance, El Shaddai means “God Almighty” and presents Him as the source of comfort and blessing (Exodus 6:3). The name Yahweh, strictly speaking, is a proper name for God. It’s often translated as Jehovah or Lord with capital letters. It teaches us that God is present and near to those who call on His name. Apply It: Can you think of any other names for God in the Bible? Use a Bible dictionary or look online and discover a few more names for the Lord. Dig Deeper: Exodus 20:7; Psalm 7:17; Acts 2:21