King Amaziah of Judah had a mixed response to correction, which ultimately demonstrated his incomplete devotion to Jehovah. While he initially did what was right in the eyes of the Lord, as noted in 2 Chronicles 25:2, his heart was not wholly committed to following God's commands.
After experiencing success in battle against the Edomites—an achievement attributed to Jehovah’s support—Amaziah faltered by turning to the gods of the Edomites and bowing down to them. This act of idolatry marked a significant departure from his previous actions. When confronted by a prophet of Jehovah about this wrongdoing, Amaziah reacted with stubbornness. He dismissed the prophet, demonstrating a refusal to listen to correction or to acknowledge the error of his ways (2 Chronicles 25:14-16).
In summary, King Amaziah's downfall lay in his lack of complete loyalty to Jehovah, which led him to act contrary to God's will after receiving divine assistance. His inability to accept correction from God's prophet underscores his inner conflict and the incomplete devotion he had, ultimately leading to his spiritual decline.