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Breaking from well-meaning but harmful Christian platitudes that suggest anxiety indicates spiritual failure, Jacob points out that even Jesus experienced intense anxiety in Gethsemane. If the Son of God felt anxious to the point of sweating blood, how can we condemn ourselves for similar feelings?Through the powerful biblical account of King Jehoshaphat facing overwhelming odds, Jacob reveals three responses to anxiety that can transform our relationship with it. Rather than just telling us to "be anxious for nothing" without practical steps, he demonstrates how anxiety signals us to pray, pause, and praise—even before victory arrives.Support the showMade a decision to follow Jesus? We want to know about it! Fill out our connect card here: https://local.churchcenter.com/people/forms/115766Thank you for your generosity. For information on how to give, visit https://localvineyard.church/give.

King Jehoram of Israel and King Jehoshaphat of Judah set out to fight the Moabites, choosing what seemed like the easiest route. But ease quickly turned to crisis—they ran out of water for themselves and their animals. Their decision led them into desperation. Yet God, in His mercy, intervened through the prophet Elisha. Water flowed where there had been none. Provision came not because they chose wisely, but because God is faithful. This story reminds us:

Todaywe move on to Ephesians 2:4-9. When we looked at verse 1-3, we see ourselves assinners. Paul points out what our sin nature is, what our sin condition is.What is the tragic consequence of sin in our hearts and lives. We are dead intrespasses and sin. Paul teaches us we're disobedient because of that and weare the sons and children of disobedience. We're depraved. We fulfill the lustof the flesh. We do what comes naturally. And then we also are doomed. We'rechildren of wrath. The wrath of God already abides upon us outside of JesusChrist. That's the condition that we're in. That's the work of sin in our life. Thenthere is God's judgment on sin. God's decree on sin is death “Then when lusthath conceived, it bringeth forth sin. And sin when it is finished, it alwaysbrings forth death” (James 1:15). “The wages of sin is death…”(Romans 6:23). God told Adam, “The day you eat of the fruit of the tree, youshall surely die”. That's the result of sin. It's death. That's what'shappening in the world today. When sin runs rampant and when people aren'tcoming to Christ and being saved. Only the life that we can have in Christ andthe life that gives us a new nature, the nature of God Himself, the Holy Spiritliving within us, can change that. We don't need reformation, we needtransformation! (2 Corinthians 5:17).  Ilove the very two words of verse 4! “But God”. First, we see our sincondition (vv. 1-3), but thank God we immediately have a “But God”. Readverses 4-9 again: “But God who is rich in mercy..."“ButGod”. Didyou know that over 46 times you read in the Scriptures that phrase, “But God”.Things are bad, sin abounds, evil is everywhere, “But God”. Joseph wassold into Egypt as a slave by his brothers. But he told them, “It was notyou who sent me here, but God…” (Genesis 45:8).  In Genesis 50:20 he went on to tell them, "Youmeant it for evil, but God meant it for good." My friend, when youbring in God, everything changes. You see, sin seems to rule, “But God”. Ilove the many “But God” verses you find in the Bible. After describingthe future judgment of the wicked, the Psalmist declares: “But God willredeem my soul from the power of the grave, For He shall receive me” (Psalm49:15). Psalm 73:26, "My flesh and my heart fail, but God is thestrength of my life."  In 2Chronicles 20, King Jehoshaphat was facing an army that you couldn't evennumber. He was fearful, but he called a fast, fell on his knees, and prayed.And in 2 Chronicles 20:15, the prophet told him, "The battle is notyours, but God's."  Ilove the “But God” in these verses: “For scarcely for a righteous man will onedie; yet perhaps for a good man someone would even dare to die. But Goddemonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners,Christ died for us” (Romans 5:7-8). Yes, “The wages of sin is death butthe gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord” (Romans6:23).  Aren'tyou thankful for the “Buts” in the Bible? They make all the difference,especially when you focus on God. Paul first focuses on us as sinners in thefirst verses, but now he focuses on God. And with God, I tell you, we havehope. Tomorrow we're going to talk about how God is rich in His mercy. He'srich in His grace. He's full of love because He is love. But today, I trustthat you will look to Jesus and know that He is your only hope of salvation ifyou're without Christ.  Today,I'm convinced that we are seeing God doing some great things across thiscountry. The message of the Gospel is being preached from places we would neverhave imagined a few years ago. And the Gospel tells us, “But God”! God lovesus. He cares for us. He's provided a way of salvation. And I tell you today, Hewill save you and anyone who comes to Him by faith and humility. 

Are you battling anxiety, fear, or constant “what ifs”? In Week 2 of our series Losing My Mind, Pastor Jason shares his personal story of walking through one of the darkest, most anxious seasons of his life—and how God's Word gave him peace in the storm.In this message, Fighting the Battle of Anxiety, you'll discover:✅ The difference between stress and anxiety✅ Why anxiety isn't a sin—it's a signal✅ How to pray, pause, and praise your way through worry✅ The powerful example of King Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20✅ How to cast your cares on God and experience His peaceNo matter what you're facing—fear about the future, financial pressure, health battles, or uncertainty—God is with you. You don't have to fight alone. The battle belongs to Him.

This week Joe looks at how we can respond when we receive bad news, drawing from the story of King Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20. We see a powerful pattern of moving from panic to prayer, gaining perspective, receiving peace, and living in praise. It points us to Jesus, who faced the greatest battle at the cross and rose victorious.

Anita Bailey’s heart was warmed when she got this social media message about her son Jalen: “I was a greeter today at [church] and a young man with a child in his arms came up to me and put his arms around me. . . . I stared for a second, then I recognized him and said, ‘Jalen’! We embraced and chatted briefly. What a fine young man!” The greeter had known Jalen in his rebellious days when Anita and her husband, Ed, felt powerless to save their son from the consequences of his unwise choices, which resulted in twelve years in prison for him. Though the Baileys felt powerless, they were not prayerless. And neither was King Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20. When harassed by a menacing coalition of enemy forces, he called a prayer meeting (vv. 1-4). “Our God, will you not judge them?” he prayed. “For we have no power to face this vast army that is attacking us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you” (v. 12). Have you ever felt powerless or clueless in the face of circumstances that were out of your control? Why not call a prayer meeting—either alone or with others? That’s what Jesus did in the face of His coming crucifixion (Luke 22:39-44). Prayer space is the sacred place where the petitions of powerless people are offered to our almighty God in the name of Jesus.

Devotional Theme – "Got A Problem?"Scripture references - 2 Chronicles 20:15 NIV: “Listen, King Jehoshaphat and all who live in Judah and Jerusalem! This is what the Lord says to you: Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army. For the battle is not yours, but God's.”Intro and Outro Song - "We Give Thanks To Thee" by Marlene Jenkins CooperClosing Songs - "When We Go To Battle" Marlene Jenkins CooperI own the rights to this song,Scripture Mentioned in the Podcast: 2 Chronicles 20:1-33 (34-37)

Are you facing a battle that feels overwhelming? In today's message, we dive deep into 2 Chronicles 20, where King Jehoshaphat and the people of Judah were surrounded by powerful enemies — but instead of panicking, they turned to God in prayer and worship.This powerful passage reminds us that the battle is not ours — it belongs to the Lord. When we seek Him, stand still, and trust in His promises, He goes before us and fights on our behalf.Whether you're facing a personal storm, spiritual warfare, or just need encouragement — this message is for you. Don't miss the chance to be reminded of God's faithfulness and power!

“O our God, won’t you stop them? We are powerless against this mighty army that is about to attack us. We do not know what to do, but we are looking to you for help.” (2 Chronicles 20:12 NLT) Jehoshaphat, the king of Judah, was in trouble. The armies of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir had joined forces to attack their common enemy, Judah. Military strategy, no matter how brilliant or daring, would not be able to overcome the size differential of the fighting forces. The armies that were descending on Judah had the potential to annihilate. King Jehoshaphat recognized that this was no time for false bravado. All he could do was pray and trust in God’s mercy and strength. In 2 Chronicles 20, we find him standing with his men, along with their families and children, praying, “O our God, won’t you stop them? We are powerless against this mighty army that is about to attack us. We do not know what to do, but we are looking to you for help” (verse 12 NLT). God’s answer came through Jahaziel, one of the men standing with the king. “This is what the Lord says: Do not be afraid! Don’t be discouraged by this mighty army, for the battle is not yours, but God’s” (verse 15 NLT). I love that scene. Humanly speaking, it is a picture of weakness. King Jehoshaphat was saying, in effect, “Lord, here we are. We have the kids. We have an army coming toward us. What am I going to do here? Our eyes are on You.” That is a good thing to pray. God answered Jehoshaphat’s prayer, intervened, and rescued the people of Judah. In the New Testament, we read of a time when there was a storm at sea, and the disciples were calling out to God for help. Jesus finally showed up, walking toward them on the water. He had arrived during the fourth watch of the night, which is the last part of the night, right before the sun begins to rise. Technically, it’s the morning, but it still feels like it’s night. This means the disciples had been toiling at sea for hours, trying to get through that storm, and Jesus came along at the last possible moment. The point is that He did come to them. And He will do the same for you and me. He always will—when the time is right. We need to just trust Him. God’s reckoning of time is much more accurate than ours is. He is eternal. He can see past, present, and future with perfect clarity. He knows the ripple effect of every action. He also knows how to bring good from any situation. He is the perfect Consultant—One who wants only the best for us and knows when and how that best can be achieved. Remember this: He loves us with an everlasting love. That love is not fickle. That love doesn’t change. That love is persistent. That love is consistent. We are loved by God. Reflection question: When have you experienced God’s amazing timing? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Daily Devotions from Greg Laurie" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 31, 2025 Morning Service. There are inevitably going to be times in life when we face a crisis that seems beyond our ability to deal with it. A doctor's diagnosis, a financial challenge, it can take on any number of different possibilities. But as believers, we don't face those alone. In this week's sermon, Pastor John Friederich uses King Jehoshaphat's response to his own crisis to show us how to respond. (2 Chronicles 20:1-22)

Joram's in the House 2 Kings 3 Chew the Bible Season 3King Joram of Israel, along with King Jehoshaphat of Judah and the king of Edom, joined forces to fight against Mesha, king of Moab. On their journey, they ran out of water and feared defeat. They sought help from the prophet Elisha, who told them to bring a musician. As music played, the Spirit of the Lord came upon Elisha, and he prophesied that God would provide water without rain and give them victory. The next morning, water filled the land, and the Moabites, seeing the reflection, thought it was blood. Believing their enemies had killed each other, they rushed in, only to be ambushed and defeated by Israel and its allies.Your words were found and I ate them

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Scattered Sheep 1 Kings 22 Chew the Bible Season 3In 1 Kings 22, King Ahab of Israel and King Jehoshaphat of Judah consider going to war against Aram (Syria) at Ramoth-Gilead. Jehoshaphat insists on seeking the word of the Lord first. Ahab's prophets all predict victory, but Jehoshaphat asks if there's another prophet of the Lord. Ahab reluctantly calls for Micaiah, who truthfully prophesies disaster: Israel will be scattered like sheep without a shepherd, and Ahab will die in battle. Despite this, Ahab ignores the warning, disguises himself, and goes to war. A random arrow fatally wounds him, fulfilling Micaiah's prophecy. Jehoshaphat survives, and the chapter ends with a shift to Jehoshaphat's reign in Judah and Ahaziah's in Israel.Your words were found and I ate them

King Jehoshaphat set an example that is a good pattern for us to follow when difficulty overtakes us.

In this message from 2 Chronicles 20, Pastor Justin walks us through a powerful “Recipe for Revival.”What do you do when you face battles too big to fight on your own? When the odds are stacked against you, and fear is knocking at your door?Through the story of King Jehoshaphat, we discover that revival isn't random—it follows a pattern: desperation for God, wholehearted repentance, radical obedience, wild faith, and a powerful move of God. This isn't just ancient history—it's the same path God uses to bring breakthrough in our lives today.If you long to see God move in your life, your church, and your city, this message will challenge and inspire you to take your next step toward revival.

Pastor Rob Byker joins us with a message from 2 Chronicles 20:1-30, titled “Even When You Face a Giant Enemy.” When facing giants, where do you turn? King Jehoshaphat shows us how to respond in crisis—by turning to God for help and trusting His promises. "We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on You." Want to learn more about Connections Church? Visit our website: https://myconnections.church/

In our last episode we covered the life of King Jehoshaphat who was faithful to the Lord, but in today's episode we witness the beginning of the end for the kings of Judah. Jehoshaphat's son, King Jehoram is straight-up Je-horrible and when he dies from a horrific intestinal disease, Scripture records that he “died to no one's regret.” Sounds like a great epitaph for a tombstone doesn't it? His son, Jehoahaz, whom we should note is mainly called Ahaziah, takes the throne after him for only one year before he is killed. After his death, his mother Athaliah goes on a killing spree in order to take the throne, but an heir to the throne is waiting undercover to take back the kingdom.2 Chronicles 21 - 1:08 . 2 Chronicles 22 - 5:31 . 2 Chronicles 23 - 9:20 . 2 Chronicles 24 - 14:53 . Isaiah 7 - 21:18 .  :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by Bobby Brown, Katelyn Pridgen, Eric Williamson & the Christian Standard Biblefacebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org

At the end of our last episode we were introduced to Asa's son, King Jehoshaphat, and today we'll read further accounts of his life. Jehoshaphat instituted a plan to educate Judah in the ways of the Lord, sending officials and priests out with the book of the Lord's instruction. Remember that Asa failed to call upon the name of the Lord when there was threat of war, but by contrast, Jehoshaphat regularly calls upon the Lord throughout this narrative. Each time Jehoshaphat humbles himself and prays or calls a prophet to inquire of the Lord, the Lord is gracious and delivers him from trouble, blessing Judah with riches and peace.2 Chronicles 18 - 1:09 . 2 Chronicles 19 - 9:29 . 2 Chronicles 20 - 12:08 . Isaiah 6 - 21:36 .  :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by Bobby Brown, Katelyn Pridgen, Eric Williamson & the Christian Standard Biblefacebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org