S – He did what was evil in the Lord’s sight, just as his father Manasseh had done. Amon sacrificed to all the carved images that his father Manasseh had made, and he served them. ²³ But he did not humble himself before the Lord like his father Manasseh humbled himself; instead, Amon increased his guilt. 

2 Chronicles 33:22–23 CSB 

O – Two kings – two different responses.  Manasseh realized his sin, humbled himself before God and repented.  Amon chose not to repent.  Instead, he added to his sin.  

A – Repentance leads to “more” for the individual.  More freedom, relationships and freedom.  Being rebellious leads to more in a negative way.  That person carries more burden, pain and guilt.  Pride will cause a person to carry more than they should.  Humility and forgiveness will allow them to release the burden and walk free.

R – Heavenly Father, you are the only God. Help us to humble ourselves from all pride and ego that compels us to walk separate from you.  We ask your forgiveness for our actions that do not honor you.  We desire your presence, power and peace today.