Praise scares away the enemy
- mimiinjc
- Mar 6
- 2 min read
EXHORTATION through the BOOK of LIFE
Scripture to ponder on:
“And when he had consulted with the people, he appointed those who should sing to the Lord, and who should praise the beauty of holiness, as they went out before the army and were saying: “Praise the Lord, For His mercy endures forever.””
II Chronicles 20:21 NKJV
PRAISE SCARES AWAY THE ENEMY
The act of praising God is precious in His Eyes. The Bible speaks of a "good smell perfume" that invites God to turn in our favor. You have a good example in 2 Chronicles 20. The Bible tells us that the enemy army was so numerous that the children of Israel did not know what to do. They began to fast and pray until they received a word from the Lord: "Do not be afraid or frightened by this multitude, for it is not you who will fight, it will be God. ”
Do you know what the children of Israel did in response to this word? They gathered a team of praise, composed of singers and musicians, and took it out and marched in front of the army! When they began to praise God, the Lord ambushed those who had come against Judah, and they were defeated (verse 22).
Note that not a single Israelite was killed. However, none of their enemies escaped. As for the loot, they found so much cattle, goods, clothes and precious objects, that it took them three days to bring everything home and probably just as much to share it. That's a victory! And it all started with praises.
This kind of victory is still available for you today. After all, in one way or another you are in the same situation as these Israelites: an enemy army stands against you. But Jesus has already defeated it for you and you don't need fasting to activate victory.
Are you looking for this kind of victory? So, get up and worship your God: "Glory to God for Your love for me! Tender Father, I thank you for giving me Your beloved Son to save me...". Praise Him with your heart because Jesus has already won this battle for you on the morning of the resurrection.
Don't be scared. All you have to do is trust Him and start praising Him. Give your praises to the Father based on the accomplished work of Jesus. Declare the beauty and goodness of God. Sing the wisdom and power of God. Declare God's love for you in the face of attacks and in the presence of the enemy. When he hears them, he will understand that he has no chance against you!
Jesus’ beloved !
AMEN & AMEN 🙏🏾🙏🏾!!