The eyes of the Lord run to and fro

“For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him. Herein thou hast done foolishly: therefore from henceforth thou shalt have wars.” - 2 Chronicles 1v:9

As time went by Asa seemingly forgot what God had done for him when He defeated the million man Ethiopian army. About thirty-five years later he faced opposition from a march smaller army from Israel led by King Baasha.

Instead of depending on the Lord, Asa went to the Temple and took silver and gold to pay the king of Syria to help him repel Baasha. His plan worked, Israel was repelled, but Asa missed his chance for a military victory over Syria.

Hanani the seer gave the reason – “the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him.” Asa did not realize that the Lord is looking for opportunities to show Himself mighty and He will do that for those whose hearts are perfect, or loyal to Him.

What a blessed truth. God is looking for chances to show Himself mighty. I wonder how often we get in the way when we try to do things in our own power and according to our own wisdom? I wonder how often we force our own way instead of letting Him work?
What kind of challenge are you facing today? Are you willing to let God show Himself mighty as you keep your heart loyal to Him, or are you going to follow Asa’s example here and try to do it your own way?