A hidden heir survives a murderous purge, a priest stages a courageous restoration, and a young king thrives—until he trades wise counsel for flattery and loses everything. We trace the thin line between reform and relapse and ask what keeps faith steady when mentors are gone. • Ahaziah’s ruin through corrupt counsel • Athaliah’s coup and the hidden child Joash • Jehoiada’s plan, covenant, and temple renewal • Transparent giving and skilled repair work • Death of Jehoiada and rapid spiritual...