Family Drama – Manasseh
Family Drama - "Manasseh"
Title: When It’s Not Too Late Key Texts: 2 Kings 21:1–18; 2 Chronicles 33:1–20; Matthew 1:10 Point 1 — It’s Always a Worship Issue Manasseh didn’t keep his rebellion private: • He normalized idolatry • Corrupted worship • Influenced an entire nation What you tolerate in private eventually teaches others in public. Why Baal and Asherah? Manasseh didn’t worship them because they were powerful—but because they were predictable. They: • Fit the control he wanted • Gave him control, not correction • Replaced relationship with results When faith becomes a means to an end, God stops being the goal. Point 2 — It’s Never Too Late Manasseh ignored every warning— until God let his life get loud. Captured, chained, and taken to Babylon, Manasseh finally humbled himself and prayed. “Sometimes God has to take away what you’re sitting on to reach what you’re guarding.” Prosperity didn’t soften him. Pain did. ⸻ Repentance That Changes Direction After God restored him, Manasseh: • Removed idols • Rebuilt the altar • Restored worship Repentance isn’t just emotional—it’s directional.
Sermon Description
What if it’s not too late, no matter how far you’ve gone?
In this message, we explore the surprising story of Manasseh, one of the most evil kings in the Bible who experienced one of the most radical turnarounds. This sermon is for anyone carrying regret, parenting guilt, or the quiet fear that they’ve missed their chance with God.
Whether you’re new to faith, returning after a long time away, or trying to raise your kids with hope, this message reminds us that grace is still available, and worship always shapes direction.
Bible References: 2 Kings 21:1–18; 2 Chronicles 33:1–20; Matthew 1:10
Small Group Discussion Questions
When have you realized that your actions spoke louder than your intentions?
What pressures today make control feel safer than trust?
Where do you see faith being treated as a tool instead of a relationship?
What does “directional repentance” look like in everyday life?
How does Manasseh’s story reshape the way you see grace and second chances?
Bible References: 2 Kings 21:1–18; 2 Chronicles 33:1–20; Matthew 1:10
2 Deep Journal Questions
What is currently sitting on the “throne” of my life?
Where might God be inviting me to move from familiarity with Him to intimacy with Him?