Commentators highlight a crucial distinction in Jehu's actions. While destroying Baal worship was objectively obedient to God's law, his motives were likely selfish. Scholars suggest he acted more from political strategy—to eliminate rivals loyal to Ahab's dynasty—than from pure religious zeal, as shown by his later tolerance of other forms of idolatry. This reminds believers that God judges the heart, not just outward deeds.