1. Jehoahaz became king in Israel and he followed the bad influence of Jeroboam's sins (1-5)

The LORD's anger burned against Israel and he kept them under the enemy's power for a long time. Finally, Jehoahaz sought the LORD's favor, which is always a good idea. The LORD listened and provided a deliverer to save them from severe oppression. So they lived in their own homes again. God is so merciful!

2. In spite of God's merciful deliverance and help, they still worshiped idols (6-13)

How stubborn, sinful and forgetful we are also in mind and heart and behavior! The next king of Israel, Jehoash was no better. He also followed the sins of others before him. How serious is one person's influence on others-their family, their nation, even the next generations!