Daily Devotional for Saturday, April 5

Asa’s Service and Salvation

“So Abijah slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of David: and Asa his son reigned in his stead. In his days the land was quiet ten years,” 2 Chronicles 14:1.

Asa’s life offers profound insights into the dynamics of faithful service to God. From his courageous leadership in times of war to his commitment to spiritual renewal, Asa exemplified the transformative power of wholehearted devotion to God. In the face of formidable adversaries, Asa did not rely solely on his military prowess. Instead, he understood that true victory comes from the Lord. When the Ethiopian army, led by Zerah the Cushite, marched against Judah, Asa turned to God in prayer. He recognized the source of his strength and called upon the Almighty to intervene on behalf of his people.

God answered Asa’s prayer with a resounding display of His power. He routed the Ethiopian army before Asa and Judah, delivering them from certain destruction. Through this miraculous victory, Asa and his people witnessed firsthand the faithfulness and might of their God. 

However, Asa’s devotion to God extended beyond the battlefield. He recognized the importance of spiritual renewal and sought to eradicate idolatry from the land. With zeal and determination, Asa led Judah in a campaign to remove the pagan altars and idols that had proliferated throughout the nation. He reinstated the worship of the true God and encouraged his people to seek the Lord with all their hearts.

Asa’s life serves as a compelling reminder that true service to God encompasses every aspect of our lives—both in times of war and in times of peace. Whether facing external threats or battling internal struggles, we are called to depend wholly on God and His strength. Through faithfulness and obedience, we can experience the transformative power of God’s salvation in our lives.

CHALLENGE

Let us commit ourselves wholeheartedly to serving the Lord in every area of our lives, trusting in His faithfulness to deliver us and bring about true and lasting victory.

Steven Ridings