2Chr.15:7 Be ye strong therefore, and let not your hands be weak: for your work shall be rewarded.
These are Prophet Azariah’s words to King Asa. He was reminding him the importance of perseverance, steadfastness and unwavering faith . Historically, Asa reigned over Judah when there was a spiritual decline. People had turned away from true God and were worshipping idols. In this context, Prophet Azariah full of the Spirit of God went to King Asa to implore him and the entire nation to return to the true God.
Despite how the situation was spiritually, Azariah’s message to Asa was ” Be ye strong therefore, and let not your hands be weak: for your work shall be rewarded .” These words were meant to inspire the King and to remind him also of the responsibility he had to lead people back to God.
In the life , we may encounter various challenges from different quarters. They may emanate from spiritual, social, economical, political spheres which if not checked may have impact on our spiritual well being. In such encounters, we may face doubts, temptations or trials that may weaken our resolve. Just like king Asa, we are called to be strong in our faith, relying on God’s power and promises.
Further readings:
Jos. 1:7,9
Ruth. 2:12
1Chr. 28:20
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