2 CHRONICLES 16

ASA’S RIGHTEOUS REIGN COMES TO AN UNFORTUNATE END

During Asa’s reign in Judah, Israel is led by Baasha. Baasha wants to attack, so Israel starts preparing for war.

Asa becomes allies with Ben-Hadad, a leader in Aram, by making a treaty with gold and silver. Together, Asa and Aram overpower Baasha.

God is displeased with Asa for turning to the help of another country instead of relying on God for help. Through a man named Hanani, God speaks to Asa and warns him against seeking others for help over trusting in God. Asa does not respond well to this warning and locked up Hanani. Instead of admitting his wrongdoing, Asa lashes out and continues to sin.

Later in his life, Asa is afflicted with a diseased foot. Even in his unhealth, Asa does not call upon God for help. After forty-one years on the throne, Asa dies and is buried in Jerusalem.