Leadership, Compromise & the Cost of Inconsistency

2 Kings 15:3–4 (CSB)

“He did what was right in the Lord’s sight…but the high places were not taken away.”

2 Kings 15:12 (CSB)

“This was the word of the Lord that He spoke to Jehu: Your sons will sit on the throne to the fourth generation. And it was so.”

2 Kings 15:18–19 (CSB)

“He did what was evil… King Pul of Assyria invaded the land. Menahem gave Pul a thousand talents of silver.”

2 Kings 15:29 (CSB)

“In the days of King Pekah… the king of Assyria captured several cities and deported their inhabitants.”

2 Kings 15:34–35 (CSB)

“He did what was right… yet the high places were not taken away.”

REFLECTION QUESTIONS

What “high places” in my life have I tolerated instead of removed?

Does any area of my leadership lack consistency or integrity?

Am I relying on ungodly alliances or my own strength?

In what areas is God calling me to lead with firmer boldness or purity?