A FOOLISH ACT
Memorise: For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro
throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong on behalf of them whose
heart is perfect toward him. Herein thou hast done foolishly: therefore from
henceforth thou shalt have wars. 2 Chronicles 16:9
There was a king in the land
of Judah called Asa, the son of Abijah
(Judah comprised of two out
of the twelve tribes of Israel).
He reigned over Judah
for forty-one years. He had a good record and was highly commended for the many
wonderful things he achieved for the Lord during his tenure. The Bible in 2
Chronicles 14:2-3 says:
“And Asa did that which was
good and right in the eyes of the LORD his God: For he took away the altars of
the strange gods, and the high places, and break down the images, and cut down
the groves:”
The above passage reveals the good works of King Asa
as highly commendable, especially because at that time, Israel was in a
state of apostasy. He knew the laws of God and had zeal for the things of God.
He hated evil and anything that represented evil. This exhibited by taking away
the strange altars, breaking down contrary images and cutting down the groves.
What more can anyone expect from King Asa but continued commitment to God.
Because of King Asa’s obedience, God showed Himself strong on behalf of Judah during
his reign. God fought against their enemies and sent several prophets to the
king to encourage him, give him direction, and warn him of impending dangers.
However, in the thirty-sixth year of King Asa’s reign, Baasha the king of Israel took up
arms against Judah his brother and Asa was so afraid. He was so afraid that he
forgot the great battles the Lord had won for him in the past. Out of fear and
confusion, he negotiated with Syria,
giving them the treasures of the House of God as a reward for their assistance.
This is where king Asa committed a foolish mistake. I pray that you will not be
blind to anything capable of destroying you, your family or your future in
Jesus’ Name.
The agreement King Asa had with Benhadad, king of Syria appeared
to be highly rewarding at first because it resulted inking Baasha retreating of
his domain. But God said by so doing, Asa had acted foolishly. Always remember
that the eyes of the Lord are running to and fro throughout the whole world to
show Himself strong on behalf of anyone whose heart is perfect towards Him. Do
not look at your circumstance, look unto God for survival, sustenance, support
and blessings, and you will never be disappointed in Jesus’ Name.
Prayer Point
Father, please let me never fall into any circumstance
that will make me negotiate or enter into an agreement with the enemies of God,
in Jesus’ Name.
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