1. Bearing God's blessing in peace-time (1-7)

Asa did what was good and right in the eyes of the Lord his God. He smashed the idols. He was one of the few kings who destroyed the high places (where idols were worshiped). He sought to reform the nation according to the word of God. So God blessed his reign with peace. He worked hard in peacetime to build up the towns of Judah. He knew that peace and prosperity come from God, not from his own skill and ability.

2. God who helps the powerless (8-15)

Asa had an army of brave fighting men, and they were equipped with shields and spears and bows. But Zerah the Cushite marched against him with a vast army and 300 chariots. The situation looked bad. Asa prayed. Read verse 11. He knew that he and his men were powerless, so he relied wholly on God. God gave Asa and Judah a great victory over the Cushites.

Application: Lord, remove the high places from my heart. Thank you for hearing the prayers of the powerless who rely on you alone.
One Word: There is no one like the Lord