Our chapter tonight covers 40 years of Joash's reign as king. Joash was a young man, chosen by God and saved by Jehoiada from certain death. He was only 7 years old so obviously the real power behind his throne (at least until he grew) was the Godly Jehoiada. His life is a model in Christian integrity, leadership values, and excellence—really worth studying. As of now, I am considering doing an entire study on his life—that's how important he is...

I will tell you up front tonight that Joash is a king whose faith is shallow. He only does what is right in the eyes of God as long as Jehoiada is around. As soon as Jehoiada exits the scene (dying full of years at 130 years of age!), Joash's faith is revealed for what it really is...