Daily Devotional – Sunday, November 8, 2026
He sought God in the days of Zechariah, who had understanding in the visions of God; and as long as he sought the LORD, God made him prosper.
2 Chronicles 26:5 (NKJV)
Uzziah was sixteen when he became king of Judah. At this tender age, he had a kingdom to lead and a people to govern. That required much learning. During the early part of his reign, he had the guidance of Zechariah, who helped him understand how God wanted the kingdom to be run. Uzziah listened and sought the Lord. This is a story of a young monarch who appreciated the need for God’s guidance in his demanding role.
The Choice That Shaped Uzziah’s Life
Our key text demonstrates a connection between Uzziah’s success and his dependence on God. He sought the Lord during the days of Zechariah, and God made him prosper for as long as this relationship remained. One cannot ignore the influence of Zechariah, but Uzziah was an eager and quick learner. Scripture records that this young ruler succeeded in various spheres, including military prowess and agriculture.
Notice that seeking God did not mean Uzziah could sit back and expect everything to happen. He still had to make decisions, lead people, defend the nation, and attend to its needs. Nevertheless, he did not consider his knowledge and understanding to be adequate. He sought God’s direction as he worked. In other words, Uzziah’s progress went hand in hand with his continued dependence on the Lord.
The Secret Behind Uzziah’s Early Success
We are often quick to pray in times of anxiety or trouble because we are not sure of what to do. In contrast, when everything is going as expected, we may rely on our knowledge and keep God at bay. Uzziah’s early years demonstrate the need to continually present our decisions, responsibilities, and ambitions before God. We need His guidance in ordinary days the same way we need it in challenging days.
Think about the responsibilities and opportunities in your hand today. Are you giving God the final word and relying on His wisdom before taking any steps? Take time to pray and listen to what Scripture teaches. You don’t need to wait for a crisis to turn to God. Let seeking the Lord become part of how you approach each day.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, teach me to seek You in every season. Give me wisdom for my decisions and humility to depend on You, whether life is difficult or going well each day.
