As we have seen throughout the more optimistic retelling of Kings throughout the books of 1 and 2 Chronicles, readers this week will finish the book of 2 Chronicles close with the most pessimistic section of the book: exile and destruction. Despite the faithfulness of various kings throughout Judah, God allows surrounding nations come in and exile the people the God and destroy the temple. First Israel is exiled to Assyria, then Judah is exiled to Babylon. However, in a providential turn of events, the book of 2 Chronicles ends with hope - Cyrus the King of Persia sends the exiled Jews back to Jerusalem to rebuild the temple. Although this story will continue in the following books of Ezra and Nehemiah, readers will encounter a pivotal transition in the big picture of the Bible as they finish 2 Chronicles.
Editors Note: Sadly, there was a recording error in this episode. For an unknown reason, only the first 80% of Brent and Trent's conversation was recorded. Because of this error, Trent included a solo prologue and epilogue to help with the flow of the episode and fill in the conversation where there were gaps.
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