2 Kings 12:2-4

International Children’s Bible

² Joash did what the Lord said was right all the time Jehoiada the priest taught him. ³ But the places where false gods were worshiped were not removed. The people still made sacrifices and burned incense there.

The Temple to Be Repaired

⁴ Joash said to the priests, “Take all the money brought as offerings to the Temple of the Lord. This includes the money each person owes in taxes. It also includes the money each person promises or brings to the Lord because he wants to.