Andrew Wommack Devotional 17 January 2024 –Herod’ss Folly

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Topic: Herod’ss Folly

Matthew 2:13,””…for Herod will seek the young child to destroy him””

Text: Matthew 2:13-15

Herod had ruled over Judaea for nearly forty-three years during these events. He had the title of King conferred on him by the Roman senate at the recommendation of Antony and Octavius. His accomplishments included building the temple in Jerusalem, one of the most magnificent structures in the world. Most people would have thought that Herod had it””made”””

However, history reveals that Herod was highly paranoid. He actually killed his wife and one of his sons because he feared they would take the kingdom from him. All his power and famecouldn’tt buy him the peace that the angels proclaimed (Lk. 2:8-14). His paranoia led him to kill the innocent children in Bethlehem. His insecurity was evident. He had everything, and yet he had nothing.

In contrast, the King that Herod was trying to dispose of came humbly, not exalting Himself. He gained the acclaim of others by serving them, not oppressing them. The scepter of Jesus was righteousness, not tyranny. Jesus made the ultimate sacrifice because of His great love for people.

Today, Herod’s only claim to fame is that he was the man who tried in vain to kill the King of Kings. Remember, it is worth nothing if you gain the whole world and lose your soul (Mt. 16:26). Make today count for God.

This message was written by The Association of Related Ministries International (ARMI)and is an extension of Andrew Wommack Ministries (AWM). ARMI is a unique partnership committed to providing resources to help like-minded ministers succeed in a spirit of excellence and to draw from the experience and expertise of both the AWM and Charis Bible College staff.

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