Asa's Reforms

151 The Spirit of God came on Azariah son of Oded.

Other Translations of 2 Chronicles 15:1

King James Version

Asa's Reforms

151 And the Spirit of God came upon Azariah the son of Oded:

English Standard Version

Asa's Reforms

151 The Spirit of God came upon Azariah the son of Oded,

The Message

Asa's Reforms

151 Then Azariah son of Obed, moved by the Spirit of God,

New King James Version

Asa's Reforms

151 Now the Spirit of God came upon Azariah the son of Oded.

New Living Translation

Asa's Reforms

151 Then the Spirit of God came upon Azariah son of Oded,

Matthew Henry's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 15:1

Chapter Contents

The people make a solemn covenant with God.

The work of complete reformation appeared so difficult, that Asa had not courage to attempt it, till assured of Divine assistance and acceptance. He and his people offered sacrifices to God; thanksgiving for the favours they had received, and supplication for further favours. Prayers and praises are now our spiritual sacrifices. The people, of their own will, covenanted to seek the Lord, each for himself, with earnestness. What is religion but seeking God, inquiring after him, applying to him upon all occasions? We make nothing of our religion, if we do not make heart-work of it; God will have all the heart, or none. Our devotedness to God our Saviour, should be avowed and shown in the most solemn and public manner. What is done in hypocrisy is a mere drudgery.