1. A king who set his heart to seek God (1-3)

Jehoshaphat made an unholy alliance and was almost killed in battle; when he returned, he was rebuked for making an alliance with those who hate the Lord. He accepted the rebuke, and set his heart on seeking the Lord.

2. Leaders who fear God (4-11)

Jehoshaphat went out into the country side and sought to turn the people back to God. He could not do it alone, so he appointed God-fearing men and instructed them to judge between the people with justice and impartiality, with fear of God in their hearts. He appointed priests, Levites and family heads in Jerusalem and charged them also to care for the people faithfully and wholeheartedly, in the fear of the Lord. They were to teach the people about the wrath of God, and warn them not to sin. They were to speak with faith and courage.

Application: Lord, grant leaders who fear God. Give me courage to teach your word faithfully, without compromise.
One Word: Serve in the fear of the Lord