And the LORD said not that he would blot out the name of Israel from under heaven: but he saved them by the hand of Jeroboam the son of Joash.
The LORD had not said that he would completely destroy Israel and wipe them out from the earth. Instead, he rescued them through Jeroboam, the son of Joash.
God chose to save Israel from destruction by using King Jeroboam II as his instrument of deliverance, showing his faithfulness to his covenant people.
📚 Historical Context
During the era of the divided kingdom of Israel and Judah, the northern kingdom of Israel was facing constant threats from powerful enemies like Assyria, which had weakened the nation through wars and idolatry. God, in His mercy, chose not to completely erase Israel as He had previously warned through prophets, and instead used King Jeroboam II, the son of Joash, to bring about military victories and temporary restoration. This reflects God's ongoing commitment to His covenant promises despite the people's unfaithfulness.
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