As we live
life, we soon come to realize that unexpected and unwanted crises, issues and
even battles come when we feel the least prepared to face them.
In today’s
scripture, King Jehoshaphat is alarmed by such an unexpected crisis, a battle.
Jehoshaphat realizes that he has a problem bigger than he can deal with – and
he cries out to God for help; and calls the people of Judah to prayer and
fasting as they wait to hear from God. After some time, God responds to the cry
for help with encouragement and a promise of deliverance. In response to God’s promise, King Jehoshaphat
displays unwavering faith – he worships God, he praises God for the victory promised
and he obeys God’s instructions – facing the battle head on, while praising and
giving thanks. As promised, God leads
Jehoshaphat and his people to victory.
When we are
facing unexpected crises, issues and even battles, we can learn from King
Jehoshaphat. We too can seek God first
and acknowledge our need for help; waiting for an answer - while
knowing/expecting that God will respond. We can respond to God’s answer with faith:
praising God for the answer, worshipping Him, obeying His instructions and
facing the battle head on with praise and thanksgiving.
The battles
we face may be more or less severe than the battle King Jehoshaphat faced, but
God can deliver us, He can lead us to victory. To God be the Glory!
Prayer: O God – thank you for your presence with us
always – in good times and in times of crisis.
Help us to acknowledge our need for you and your help. Guide us, Lead us, and Encourage us thru the battles
that we are facing. You are our hope and
our deliverance. All honor, glory and
praise are yours. Amen.
Delyn Cronk
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