1. Asa relies on the king of Aram

Asa became proud in his old age. When the king of Israel blockaded his northern border, Asa didn't seek God's help; he raided the temple treasury and sent gold to Ben-Hadad, the king of Syria. It was a politically wise move, for Ben-Hadad broke his treaty with Israel and sided with King Asa. But spiritually, it was a disaster. Hanani the seer rebuked Asa for not trusting God. He reminded him of God's unfailing help in the past. God's eyes range to and fro throughout the earth, looking for a man or woman whose heart is fully committed to him. He shows his might on behalf of such a person. This is God's promise.

2. Asa's sickness

But King Asa didn't repent. He became angry and put the prophet in prison. He became a brutal dictator. Later, he was afflicted with a painful disease in his feet. But he didn't seek God's help; he only sought help from physicians. He died a painful and miserable death.

Application: Lord, help me to have a heart that is wholly committed to you--to the end.
One Word: A heart fully committed to God