King Hezekiah’s story in Isaiah 38–39 illustrates a dramatic shift from profound humility to dangerous pride, ultimately jeopardizing Judah’s future. After being told he would die, Hezekiah prayed earnestly and wept, prompting God to grant him 15 additional years of life and heal him of a severe boil. Despite this mercy, Hezekiah fell into pride when Babylonian envoys visited. Instead of giving God credit,
