The death of a faithful generation “who had seen all the great things the LORD had done for Israel” (2:7) gives way to another generation “who knew neither the LORD nor what he had done for Israel” (2:10). Israel descends into idolatry. Though God repeatedly intervenes, the nation is in a downward spiral. How would we assess the impact of our generation? Are we being faithful and obedient to God, and are we ensuring that the next generation follow in God’s ways?