2 Kings 17:36-41

36Instead fear the Lord, who brought you up from the land of Egypt with great power and an outstretched arm. You are to bow down to him, and you are to sacrifice to him.

37You are to be careful always to observe the statutes, the ordinances, the law, and the commandments he wrote for you; do not fear other gods.

38Do not forget the covenant that I have made with you. Do not fear other gods,

39but fear the Lord your God, and he will rescue you from all your enemies.”

40However, these nations would not listen but continued observing their former practices.

41They feared the Lord but also served their idols. Still today, their children and grandchildren continue doing as their ancestors did.