Lean On Me - 2 Chronicles 14

In this sermon, Pastor Jim Rose teaches from a passage from Second Chronicles 14, King Asa of Judah is facing a significant threat from an army led by Zir the Kishai. Despite being outnumbered and cornered in Zeppa valley, Asa calls on his people to seek refuge in God’s protection. He leads them through a strategic battle formation, emphasizing the importance of removing evil influences from their lives before taking up arms. King Asa prays for divine assistance, acknowledging that nothing can help against such overwhelming odds but Him alone. The Lord responds by allowing Judah to be victorious over Zir’s army. This victory marks King Asa’s commitment and faith in God, which he demonstrated throughout his reign as a faithful leader who sought to purify the people from corruption. The lesson here is clear: without divine support, all our efforts are futile. King Asa’s success highlights the need for spiritual preparation—removing sin and restoring purity before engaging in any battle. This passage emphasizes that true victory comes only when God is at the forefront of our preparations.