Reading: Romans 14:12 “So then each of us will give an account of himself to God.” Devotional: Joash’s story is soaked in spiritual influence. He’s hidden in the temple by a courageous aunt, discipled by a godly priest, and protected and guided by a whole network of faithful people. Yet, when those spiritual supports shift, his real foundation shows. He listens to new voices—the princes of Judah—abandons God’s house, and turns to idols. Social pressure once helped prop him up

Reading: Jeremiah 17:5  “Cursed is the man who trusts in man and makes flesh his strength, whose heart turns away from the Lord.” Devotional: Joash’s story forces an uncomfortable question: What is my faith actually built on?  For years, Joash looked solid. He grew up in the temple, was mentored by a godly priest, helped restore God’s house, and led the nation toward worship. From the outside, his life screamed “faithful.” But the moment Jehoiada died, Joash collapsed spiritu