Asa died and was buried in the royal tombs in David's City, and his son Jehoshaphat succeeded him as king.

In the fourth year of the reign of King Ahab of Israel, Jehoshaphat son of Asa became king of Judah

This is the list of David's famous soldiers. Together with the rest of the people of Israel, they helped him become king, as the LORD had promised, and they kept his kingdom strong.

(SEE 1:7)

As soon as Rehoboam had established his authority as king, he and all his people abandoned the Law of the LORD.

The Ammonites paid tribute to Uzziah, and he became so powerful that his fame spread even to Egypt.

The king strengthened the city's defenses by repairing the wall, building towers on it, and building an outer wall. In addition, he repaired the defenses built on the land that was filled in on the east side of the old part of Jerusalem. He also had a large number of spears and shields made.

Jonathan went to him there and encouraged him with assurances of God's protection,

The king will mourn, the prince will give up hope, and the people will shake with fear. I will punish you for all you have done, and will judge you in the same way as you have judged others. This will show you that I am the LORD."

Finally, build up your strength in union with the Lord and by means of his mighty power.