2 Kings 10:3

Contemporary English Version 1995

choose the best person for the job and make him the next king. Then be prepared to defend Ahab's family.

Cross References

John 18:36

Jesus answered, “My kingdom doesn't belong to this world. If it did, my followers would have fought to keep me from being handed over to our leaders. No, my kingdom doesn't belong to this world.”

1 Samuel 11:15

Everyone went to the place of worship at Gilgal, where they agreed that Saul would be their king. Saul and the people sacrificed animals to ask for the Lord's blessing, and they had a big celebration.

1 Samuel 10:24

“Look closely at the man the Lord has chosen!” Samuel told the crowd. “There is no one like him!” The crowd shouted, “Long live the king!”

2 Kings 10:2

Your town is strong, and you're protected by chariots and an armed cavalry. And I know that King Ahab's descendants live there with you. So as soon as you read this letter,

2 Kings 10:4

The officials and leaders read the letters and were very frightened. They said to each other, “Jehu has already killed King Joram and King Ahaziah! We have to do what he says.”