Tag: praise

The Victorious Life – Happy Sabbath

Our Daily Walk with Christ Devotional – April 5, 2024

“From the rising of the sun unto the going down of the same the LORD’S name is to be praised.” —Psalm 113:3

Prayer and Praise are the actions that connect us to the Lord. We can praise God through spoken words, singing, musical instruments, and worship videos. And our praises should not be limited to only audible praise. In the quietness of the early morning hours, when others are asleep, we can silently praise Him by reflecting on His love and faithfulness. God’s promises assure us that He is actively involved in our lives.

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God…” —Philippians 4:6

“Do you have a special need in your life? Tell it to Jesus. Where there is sorrow, He brings comfort. Where there is fear, He brings peace. Where there is guilt, He brings forgiveness. Where there is weakness, He brings strength.”

Do not hesitate to pray! Our prayers do not have to be elaborate. Many times we can only breathe, God, I need Your Help. Jesus extended an open invitation to come to the Throne of Grace to receive help in our time of need. We need spiritual power daily, not only to resist temptation but also to live a holy life.

“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” —Philippians 4:7

God is the Source of Life and the Giver of every good gift which is always wrapped in love and mercy. Living with a mindset of gratitude [even when facing impossible challenges] and expressing, “Thank You, Jesus, for my life” is the key to living a victorious life. Praise Him! Praise Him!

“When he calls out to Me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble. I will deliver him and honor him.” —Isaiah 65:24

Lord God, we thank You for taking care of our every need. We love You and we praise Your Holy Name. In Jesus’ Holy Name, Amen. © 2024

The Victory Received from Spending Time with God

Our Daily Walk with Christ Devotional – March 24, 2024

“Teach us to number our days and recognize how few they are; help us to spend them as we should.” —Psalm 90:12, Living Bible

There are 168 hours in a week. The hours of our days move faster than we anticipate. In reflecting on our lifestyle, can we account for the time that slips away? Is our to-do list unrealistic? Still, most importantly, how much time are we spending with God?

Ten percent of our day is 2.4 hours. Although most cannot sit and worship for the entire chunk of 2.4 hours, even with 8 hours of sleep and 8-10 hours of working and transit, we have at least 6 hours left of unaccountable time. Does our schedule reflect that worshiping God is a priority?

The desire to praise, pray, and worship arises from the love for God within our hearts. Our determination to stay in God’s presence requires actively fighting against the spiritual warfare of distractions and excessive busyness. With perseverance, we pay attention to the interruptions that threaten to steal our time, leading to excessive fatigue, both mentally and physically.

It takes courage to say no to the invitations, requests and desires that result in an out-of-control busy lifestyle. We have the power to make the necessary changes in our lifestyle to ensure God is the center of our lives. Break up the 2.4 hours into smaller blocks of time to study the Scriptures, sing, pray, and meditate on God’s never-failing love, faithfulness, grace, and mercies.

“When he calls out to Me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble. I will deliver him and honor him.” —Psalm 91:15

Get rid of the restrictions of asking God for help! Pray over every aspect of your life. Need an energy boost? Instead of reaching for a cup of coffee, pray for strength. When unexpected life events arise or even if our daily schedule is sabotaged, we do not hesitate to pray for Divine Intervention. Our cries for help are answered immediately.

“Our soul waits for the Lord; He is our help and our shield.” —Psalm 33:20

Be still! Let go of all mental and emotional anguish. Do not struggle with self-directed resolutions. Our role is to pray, wait for God’s answer, and to remain spiritually in tune with the voice of God so we do not miss His words of guidance. Remember, God is never in a hurry. “Wait patiently for the LORD. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the LORD” (Psalm 27:14) .

Pray and Praise God throughout your waking hours. Whether our praise and prayers are silent or audible, we receive an anointed blessing when we come into His presence. Staying connected to God changes our perception, gives us the spiritual wisdom and discernment to recognize deceptive temptations, and produces spiritual maturity.

“Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever.” —Psalm 136:1

Praise, prayer, and dedicating time for worship demonstrates our reverence for God’s Sovereignty. God is the Source and Sustainer of our lives who is worthy to be praised and worshiped with our time that He gifted to us. Reflect on the blessings of your life. We are truly loved. Return your love by whispering sweet words of gratitude to our Lord God. Praise Him! Praise Him!

Worship in our earthly lives allows us to receive the presence and power of the Holy Spirit necessary to live as victorious overcomers. The habit of consistent praise and worship prepares us for the life of worship in the New Heaven and New Earth. To love God is to shower Him with praise and prayers of gratitude.

Lord God, we thank You for the time You have given us. We ask You to reveal the distractions that waste our precious gift of time and keep us separated from Your presence. We love You and give ourselves as willing vessels to serve You according to Your plans for us. In Jesus’ Righteous Name, we pray. Amen.

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