The End of the Line

Worldly prosperity is not necessarily a sign of God's commendation! Jeroboam II led a renaissance of sorts as he reigned during the "late golden era" of Israel with borders extended to the those of the days of Solomon. Yet this was not because of the king but despite him. It was God's grace and compassion that once again "saved" Israel only to have the kings and nation utterly despise His grace. Alas, so do many still today!