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b'Our reading today examines the lives of two descendants of David who each reigned as king over Israel. First: Abijah, who reigned for only 3 years, but who made an impassioned speech against Israel\\u2019s king Jeroboam, warning him that he should not wage war against the Lord and those who serve Him. Abijah\\u2019s son Asa takes the throne after him, and Asa devotes himself to the Lord for most of his life. The Lord rewards Asa\\u2019s faithfulness by blessing the nation of Judah with a long period of peace. When the threat of war finally becomes immanent, Asa fails to consult the Lord, and instead turns towards another king for help.'