2 Kings 12:20
“His servants arose, and made a conspiracy, and struck Joash at the house of Millo, on the way that goes down to Silla.”
What does 2 Kings 12:20 mean?
King Joash had started well as a ruler, even repairing the temple with great care. But after his mentor, the priest Jehoiada, died, things unraveled. Joash turned away from God and began mistreating the prophets who tried to call him back, which angered many in his kingdom. His own servants eventually plotted against him and killed him in what appears to have been an act of judgment for his spiritual betrayal. This moment reminds us that our choices, especially when we turn away from what we know is right, create real consequences in our relationships and our lives. Even someone who started with purpose and promise can drift into a place where the people closest to them lose faith in their leadership. If you're in a season where you've wandered from something important, this story invites you back without shame, because there's always a chance to return.