2 Kings 10:34
Now the rest of the acts of Jehu, and all that he did, and all his might, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel? Now the rest of the acts of Jehu, and all that he did, and all his might, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel?
The history surrounding 2 Kings 10:34 stands as a warning that zeal for God can degenerate into harshness that exalts self. When that spirit takes over, words pour out in an unrestrained torrent that drives hearts away rather than winning souls. Such severity and flood of speech are unfit for the work of God, which requires a different manner altogether. The lesson of Jehu's course is that speech in divine service must be gentle and tender, held under control and guided by divine wisdom.