Day Four: “The power of praise”
The Moabites and Ammonites joined forces to make war on Jehoshaphat and the kingdom of Judah. Physically outnumbered and over powered by the enemy’s vast army, Jehoshaphat proclaimed a national day of fasting and prayer to seek the Lord’s help and guidance.
Read the Story: II Chronicles 20:1-30
Jehoshaphat and Judah’s leaders didn’t know what to do. (v.12) But in answer to their fasting and prayer the Spirit of the Lord came upon Jahaziel the prophet to encourage Judah and to give them direction. (vs. 15-17)
Judah’s uncertainty was swallowed up in faith (v.20) which resulted in Jehoshaphat sending the choir in front of the army to sing and praise God for His splendor, power and love. (v.21). As they began to sing, God set ambushes against the invading army and in their confusion they annihilated each other so that when the men of Judah arrived and they looked out over the valley, all they could see was dead bodies everywhere. (vs. 23-24).
Activity:
Today, practice singing to your uncertainties. Sing of God’s splendor, power and love and watch His victory overflow the schemes of darkness which have been set against you.