The truth hurts

Ahab learned to hate the prophets of the Lord. One rebuked him for sparing Ben-Hadad, king of Aram (1Ki 20:41). Elijah called him on the carpet for killing Naboth and stealing his vineyard (1Ki 21:19). He began to avoid the prophets and did not want to consult Micaiah before going to war. He said, “I hate him. He never prophesies anything but trouble for me.” (2Ch 18:7) When you live in sin, expect discipline. These faithful prophets spoke truth to power. That is the role of the prophet. Call it like it is, no matter the cost. Thank God for men and women with the courage to speak the truth in our day.