Devotion back log

June 9, 2011
Light in the darkness
The prophet told Asa, “The Lord will stay with you as long as you stay with Him…Be strong and courageous, your work will be rewarded.” (2Ch 15:2) Asa believed this and he remained loyal to God even during very dark and turbulent times. (2Ch 15:5-7). It requires tremendous faith to overcome the strong political, social, and spiritual influences that woo us away from God. But as long as Asa stayed the course others were drawn to him when they saw that God was with him (2Ch 15:9). Lord, be a light to the faithful through me. Help me to stand firm and inspire others to do the same.

June 10, 2011
A heart wholly His
As Asa’s power grew he slipped away from the Lord. When Judah was threatened by Israel, he turned to the king of Aram instead of the Lord. (2Ch 16:7-8) Because of this decision the Lord gave him over to war for the remainder of his reign. Asa hardened his heart and did not turn to the Lord even when his health failed (2Ch 16:12). He started well, but finished poorly. The eyes of the Lord search to and fro throughout the earth to find those whose hearts are fully His. (2Ch 16:9) Lord, make my heart fully yours. Teach me to rely on you, not any human institution, for help and sustainment and satisfaction. Help me to finish well.