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Mama, do you need to crawl into the lap of your Heavenly Father? Oh, the comfort of Daddy's lap! The relief of big arms to hug away frustration. In Daddy's lap, life's battles fade. This one is for you, mama! “He said: ‘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.” 2 Chronicles 20:15✨ Important Announcement: Dear Mama, in 2026, the Lord has called us to step away from social media so we can go deeper with you in the Radiant Mom Sisterhood. Join HERE for just $4.99 a month or $50 a year, and walk this next season of motherhood with us! **And... we are offering the Radiant Mom Sisterhood for FREE in the month of January to welcome our new mamas! Use code JAN2026 For more information about our ministry, visit our website http://helpclubformoms.comCheck out our YouVersion plans HERE!Our prayer team prays for you every day! Send us your prayer requests at admin@helpclubformoms.com.

The devil and Damon are convinced that their plan to defeat Israel by gathering three other nations to surround them and overtake them. But God had a better plan—to defeat Israel's enemies through praise! Instead of sending out the army into battle first, the Lord instructed King Jehoshaphat to send the praisers! You can read more about this story in 2 Chronicles 20! #kids, #biblestoriesforkids, #christiankids, #bedtimestoriesforkids, #storiesforchristiankids, #biblelessonsforkids, #praise, #praisebringsstrength, #fearnotforiamwithyou, #dothingsgodsway, #fishbytesforkids, #fishbytes4kids, #fishbitesforkids, #fishbites4kids, #ronandcarriewebb, #roncarriewebb

God is bigger than our battles, and knowing that He has a bigger life for us in Christ gives us confidence that He also understands and guides us through the battles we face. In fact, while most of the world rejoices after a victory, we can rejoice because we have been promised the victory. Pastor Brandon guides us through a story in 2 Chronicles where King Jehoshaphat is having to prepare for a large war against several enemies and even though he wasn't fully prepared himself, he knew that he could go to God and rely on what He says. Our response to when God speaks, should be to worship; like King Jehoshaphat and his men. And our decisions should be based on God's promise. Ultimately, we can worship on the frontside because we know that God has got us on all sides. - Key Verses // 2 Chronicles 20 - For Sermon Notes, the Connect Card, and our other online resources: https://linktr.ee/Celebrationchurchlive

God tells His people to go out to battle without fighting: King Jehoshaphat puts faith into practice by having singers lead the battle God sends an ambush to the opposing army The people of Judah find the army loaded with silver, gold, and jewels Jehoshaphat is punished after siding with another evil king Don’t just check out one… Take a look at them all! YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Website - https://www.p40ministries.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p40ministries Contact - jenn@p40ministries.com Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/c-6493869 Books - https://www.amazon.com/Jenn-Kokal/e/B095JCRNHY/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk Merch - https://www.p40ministries.com/shop YouVersion - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/38267-out-of-the-mire-trusting-god-in-the-middle Support babies and get quality coffee with Seven Weeks Coffee https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=P40 Check out LifeAudio for other faith-based podcasts on parenting, studying Scripture, and more: www.lifeaudio.com Become a member to gain access to The Bible Explained on Fridays: https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feeling overwhelmed when you don’t know what to do? This devotional reflection centers on 2 Chronicles 20:12, where King Jehoshaphat faces an impossible battle and responds with humility, prayer, and complete dependence on God. When fear rises and answers feel out of reach, Scripture reminds us that fixing our eyes on God invites His power, peace, and deliverance into our circumstances. Through Judah’s story, we see how seeking the Lord first, admitting weakness, and trusting God’s sovereignty transforms fear into faith—and reminds us that the battle ultimately belongs to Him. Highlights Fear is often the moment God invites us to deeper dependence Jehoshaphat chose prayer and fasting instead of panic Admitting “we don’t know what to do” is an act of faith, not failure God responds when His people seek Him with honesty and humility Worship came before victory, not after Faith fixes our eyes on God, even when fear is present The battle is God’s, but obedience is ours Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! Full Transcript Below: When We Don’t Know What to Do By Hannah Benson Bible Reading: “O our God, will you not execute judgment on them? For we are powerless against this great horde that is coming against us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you.” - 2 Chronicles 20:12 ESV One afternoon, as I flipped open my Bible, my eyes landed on 2 Chronicles 20:12. As I reread the entire chapter, I was struck by what I uncovered in that passage. Picture this. The tribe of Judah receives word that three different armies, the Ammonites, Moabites, and those from Mount Seir, are plotting to attack them. When God’s people first entered the land, He had not allowed them to conquer Ammon, Moab, or Mount Seir (see Deut. 2). And now? The enemy was coming for God’s people. Not one. Or two. But three powerful armies. King Jehoshaphat, the king reigning over Judah at the time, was afraid. He was the leader. Perhaps he was even expected to have all the answers to protect Judah from this threat. But you know what struck me the most? As we read the passage, we notice the Scripture says, “Then Jehoshaphat was afraid and set his face to seek the Lord” (v. 3). In addition, he proclaimed a fast throughout all of Judah. In the midst of fear, he turned to God and encouraged others to do the same. As I read that, I was instantly convicted. If a nation’s king could lead with such humility and grace, should not each of us respond the same? Yes, when Jehoshaphat saw that these armies were coming, he was afraid. How many of us can say the same? How many of us see something, are afraid, but then set our face to seek the Lord? How many times have I done that? Not as much as I wish. Think about it. Usually, so many of us are afraid and run to numb that fear. We often numb fear - whether through distractions or endless scrolling - instead of seeking God. It doesn’t really matter how we numb our fear. The fact is, we all have all been tempted to turn to something other than God when we are afraid. If we try to numb our fear with anything other than God, we will come away dissatisfied. Only God can truly satisfy us and give us peace. Turn to God. Not only did Jehoshaphat set his face to seek the Lord in his fear, but he chose honesty instead of what made him look good. He was upfront and honest with all of Judah, sharing in his prayer to God, “For we are powerless against this great horde that is coming against us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you” (v. 12). He could’ve tried to appear strong, like he had all the answers. But he openly and freely admitted he didn’t. This was a fix only God could get them out of. In essence, he was saying, “God needs to do this. God needs to work because I can’t.” And then, he sought the Lord in prayer and encouraged all of Judah to seek the Lord with him. His dependence on God is what defined his leadership and set an example for the people. In addition, I noticed that Jehoshaphat recognized God’s sovereignty. In the beginning of his prayer in verse 6, he says, "O LORD, God of our fathers, are you not God in heaven? You rule over all the kingdoms of the nations. In your hand are power and might, so that none is able to withstand you." He recognized that God was sovereign and the only one who could save them. Second, he clung to God’s promises, recalling how the Lord had given them the land (v. 7-9) and trusting He could deliver them again. But even though God already knows everything, the Lord loves it when we share our hearts with Him. Finally, Jehoshaphat begged God to execute judgment on their enemies. “For we are powerless against this great horde that is coming against us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you” (v. 12). Guess what happened next? The Spirit of the Lord came upon a man named Jehaziel, and he said (v. 15). “Thus says the Lord to you, ‘Do not be afraid, and do not be dismayed at this great horde, for the battle is not yours but God’s'”. He goes on to give 3 specific instructions. Stand firm. Hold your position. See the salvation of the Lord on your behalf. Sometimes, the Lord allows us to go through difficult trials and drives us to our knees so that we can recognize and realize that we are powerless against whatever we are facing. Immediately after the Lord spoke to Jehaziel, Jehoshaphat bowed his head with his face to the ground and worshipped the Lord. It is so inspiring to me that this is the first thing he did. His act of surrender and glory to God led Judah and Jerusalem to fall down on their faces, worshipping the Lord. But they didn’t stop there. Intersecting Faith & Life: The Scriptures tell us that they rose early in the morning and went out. Not only that, but they sang to the Lord and praised Him as they went out to battle. "And when they had begun to sing and praise, the Lord set an ambush against the men of Ammon and Moab and Mount Seir, who had come against Judah, so that they were routed" (v. 22). I’m sure they still struggled with fear. But imagine if the men of Judah had allowed their fear to stop them from following God. Thank God they didn’t. This passage reminds me that fear may come, but faith fixes our eyes on God — and He fights for us. Pray with me: Dear Father God, please help me to walk in faith even when I’m afraid. To always seek Your face first instead of caving into my fears. I trust You to work everything out for my good and your glory and to make me even more like Jesus (Romans 8:28-31). In Jesus’s Name, Amen. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Fasting and prayer aren’t religious routines—they’re powerful spiritual disciplines that draw us closer to God. In Week 3 of Deeper 21, Pastor JC Worley teaches what happens when prayer and fasting come together and how God responds when His people seek Him in desperation. Through the story of King Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20, we see how prayer and fasting bring divine direction, God’s favor, and spiritual power—even when we don’t know what to do. When our eyes are on God, the battle belongs to Him.

Fasting and prayer aren’t religious routines—they’re powerful spiritual disciplines that draw us closer to God. In Week 3 of Deeper 21, Pastor JC Worley teaches what happens when prayer and fasting come together and how God responds when His people seek Him in desperation. Through the story of King Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20, we see how prayer and fasting bring divine direction, God’s favor, and spiritual power—even when we don’t know what to do. When our eyes are on God, the battle belongs to Him.

Fasting and prayer aren’t religious routines—they’re powerful spiritual disciplines that draw us closer to God. In Week 3 of Deeper 21, Pastor JC Worley teaches what happens when prayer and fasting come together and how God responds when His people seek Him in desperation. Through the story of King Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20, we see how prayer and fasting bring divine direction, God’s favor, and spiritual power—even when we don’t know what to do. When our eyes are on God, the battle belongs to Him.

Fasting and prayer aren’t religious routines—they’re powerful spiritual disciplines that draw us closer to God. In Week 3 of Deeper 21, Pastor JC Worley teaches what happens when prayer and fasting come together and how God responds when His people seek Him in desperation. Through the story of King Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20, we see how prayer and fasting bring divine direction, God’s favor, and spiritual power—even when we don’t know what to do. When our eyes are on God, the battle belongs to Him.

Send The Parable Podcast a TextHave you ever studied the names of God?  Today we are on week 2 of a message from our home church, as we were finishing up a story about King Jehoshaphat and his army.  Please enjoy this message wherever it may find you today.Message NotesDo not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army. For the battle is not yours, but God's. Tomorrow march down against them. They will be climbing up by the Pass of Ziz, and you will find them at the end of the gorge in the Desert of Jeruel. You will not have to fight this battle. Take up your positions; stand firm and see the deliverance the LORD will give you, Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Go out to face them tomorrow, and the LORD will be with you.'”2 Chronicles: 20:15-17 Early in the morning they left for the Desert of Tekoa. As they set out, Jehoshaphat stood and said, “Listen to me, Judah and people of Jerusalem! Have faith in the LORD your God and you will be upheld; have faith in his prophets and you will be successful.” After consulting the people, Jehoshaphat appointed men to sing to the LORD and to praise him for the splendor of his holiness as they went out at the head of the army, saying: “Give thanks to the LORD, for his love endures forever.” 2 Chronicles: 20:20-21As they began to sing and praise, the LORD set ambushes against the men of Ammon and Moab and Mount Seir who were invading Judah, and they were defeated. The Ammonites and Moabites rose up against the men from Mount Seir to destroy and annihilate them. After they finished slaughtering the men from Seir, they helped to destroy one another. 2 Chronicles: 20:22-23 “This triumph results from complete dependence on God.” Asbury Bible Commentary Yahweh Elohim El ElyonHere is the list that I was working from.  This list was helpful too.Then, led by Jehoshaphat, all the men of Judah and Jerusalem returned joyfully to Jerusalem, for the LORD had given them cause to rejoice over their enemies. 2They entered Jerusalem and went to the temple of the LORD with harps and lyres and trumpets. The fear of God came on all the surrounding kingdoms when they heard how the LORD had fought against the enemies of Israel.2 Chronicles: 20:27-29"True worship doesn't put on a show or make a fuss; true worship isn't forced, isn't half-hearted, doesn't keep looking at its watch, doesn't worry what the person in the next pew is doing. True worship is open to God, adoring God, waiting for God, trusting God even in the dark."N. T. WrightWe do not know what to do but our eyes are on you.Reflection QuestionsDiscover a new name of God this week. This just better give you a focus of God's characteristics. What is a way you can worship God today?Watch this service live at West Ridge#theparablepodcast #yourstorymatters #2Chronicles #OurEyesAreOnYouSupport the showWays to Support The Parable Podcast #1 Subscribe or Follow the podcast to ensure you catch every episode of The Parable Podcast on your preferred podcast platform (such as iTunes, Spotify). #2 Recommend this podcast to a friend, providing a great chance to begin your own Parable Conversation. #3 Looking for a speaker for your Church, Women's Group, or event? Contact Danielle to learn more.

King Jehoshaphat returns safely from battle in spite of his disobedience: God gives Jehoshaphat a mixed prophecy - anger and encouragement What the word "love" means, when it says that Jehoshaphat loved the wicked Jehoshaphat fixes the judicial system of Judah The king puts an appeals court in Jerusalem Here's other amazing content from P40! YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Website - https://www.p40ministries.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p40ministries Contact - jenn@p40ministries.com Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/c-6493869 Books - https://www.amazon.com/Jenn-Kokal/e/B095JCRNHY/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk Merch - https://www.p40ministries.com/shop YouVersion - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/38267-out-of-the-mire-trusting-god-in-the-middle Support babies and get quality coffee with Seven Weeks Coffee https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=P40 Check out LifeAudio for other faith-based podcasts on parenting, studying Scripture, and more: www.lifeaudio.com Become a member to gain access to The Bible Explained on Fridays: https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

King Jehoshaphat makes a treaty with King Ahab: Ahab asks Jehoshaphat to go to war with him, and Jehoshaphat accepts Jehoshaphat asks for a prophet to inquire of YHWH for wisdom in war Micaiah the prophet gives a snarky remark to the kings before giving his real prophecy How to discern between true prophecy and charlatans claiming to be prophets There are so many other things P40 does! Check it out: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Website - https://www.p40ministries.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p40ministries Contact - jenn@p40ministries.com Books - https://www.amazon.com/Jenn-Kokal/e/B095JCRNHY/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk Merch - https://www.p40ministries.com/shop YouVersion - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/38267-out-of-the-mire-trusting-god-in-the-middle Support babies and get quality coffee with Seven Weeks Coffee https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=P40 Check out LifeAudio for other faith-based podcasts on parenting, studying Scripture, and more: www.lifeaudio.com Become a member to gain access to The Bible Explained on Fridays: https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Entering a new season with God can feel exciting and disorienting at the same time. When you step into new territory, new responsibility, new calling, new visibility, it's easy to confuse anxiety with discernment and overthinking with wisdom. In this episode, we talk about how to stop spiraling and start trusting God when clarity feels far away. Using the biblical story of King Jehoshaphat, we break down what faith actually looks like when you don't have a plan, don't feel ready, and don't know the next move, yet you know God is leading you forward. This conversation is for anyone navigating a new season, struggling with fear or anxiety, or learning how to trust God without constant confirmation. You'll learn why confusion isn't a sign you missed God, how to respond when fear gets loud, and what obedience looks like when you're entering unfamiliar territory. If you've been waiting to feel more confident before moving, this episode will help you reset your focus, regulate your emotions, and take the next obedient step with peace and clarity. In this episode, we cover: What “entering new territory with God” really feels like The difference between discernment and anxiety Why spiraling is not wisdom and how to interrupt it Lessons from King Jehoshaphat on trusting God without a clear plan How to rebuild confidence and move forward in faith What to do when fear is loud but God is steady This episode is for you if you're: Entering a new season or major transition Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or spiritually stuck Struggling to trust God without more signs or confirmation Learning how to walk in obedience without having all the answers Work With Me / Stay Connected If you're ready to stop overthinking and start moving forward with clarity, discipline, and faith, here are two ways to connect deeper: Closet 15

What do you do when a new season begins, and you honestly don't know what to do next? In this episode, we explore faith when clarity is missing, pressure feels heavy, and trust feels harder than usual. While the world pushes “new year, new you,” this conversation takes a different approach, one rooted in honesty, surrender, and biblical truth. Drawing from the story of King Jehoshaphat, we look at a powerful moment where he stood before God in one of the most vulnerable seasons of his life and simply said, “I do not know what to do, but my eyes are on You.” That kind of honesty didn't repel God, it moved Him. This episode is for anyone who: Is trusting God but still feels anxious Is navigating an unexpected responsibility or transition Feels pressure to have answers they don't yet have Wants a faith-based perspective for uncertain seasons Needs encouragement without spiritual performance You'll be reminded that not knowing doesn't mean you're behind, it may be the very place God meets you. Go Deeper ⬇️ The Closet 15A pay-what-you-can spiritual reset for women who know something needs to shift, but don't need another plan.

Eyes on the Lord | A Sunday Devotional2 Chronicles 20:1–22In 2 Chronicles 20, King Jehoshaphat faces a moment where fear closes in and the future feels uncertain. His response is simple and faithful. He seeks the Lord. He trusts who God is. He admits his weakness. He fixes his eyes on the Lord and not on the size of the threat.At the heart of this passage is a prayer that many of us know well: “We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on You.” This is not a prayer of defeat. It is a prayer of faith.As we step into 2026, this devotional reminds us that we need more than good intentions, discipline, or strength. We need Christ. Jesus is the true and better King who fought the battle we could not fight and secured our salvation through the cross. Because of Him, the Spirit of the Lord is with us and goes before us.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

Have you ever felt surrounded by overwhelming challenges, wondering where to turn? In 2nd Chronicles 20, Jehoshaphat faced three enemy armies, yet discovered the secret to victory through prayer and praise. Pastor Dave reveals how this ancient story offers hope for our modern battles, sharing four powerful prayer principles that transform fear into faith. Through vivid examples from his own 3:30 AM prayer sessions and pastoral experience, he shows how recognizing God's hand, remembering His faithfulness, believing He hears us, and approaching Him with humility can turn any situation around. Whether you're facing work stress, relationship conflicts, or personal struggles, this message will revolutionize your prayer life and remind you that "the battle is not yours, but God's." Watch now to unlock the power of prayer that produces results!2 Chronicles 20:1-12 It happened after this that the people of Moab with the people of Ammon, and others with them besides the Ammonites,[a] came to battle against Jehoshaphat. 2 Then some came and told Jehoshaphat, saying, “A great multitude is coming against you from beyond the sea, from [b]Syria; and they are in Hazazon Tamar” (which is En Gedi). 3 And Jehoshaphat feared, and set [c]himself to seek the Lord, and proclaimed a fast throughout all Judah. 4 So Judah gathered together to ask help from the Lord; and from all the cities of Judah they came to seek the Lord.5 Then Jehoshaphat stood in the assembly of Judah and Jerusalem, in the house of the Lord, before the new court, 6 and said: “O Lord God of our fathers, are You not God in heaven, and do You not rule over all the kingdoms of the nations, and in Your hand is there not power and might, so that no one is able to withstand You? 7 Are You not our God, who drove out the inhabitants of this land before Your people Israel, and gave it to the descendants of Abraham Your friend forever? 8 And they dwell in it, and have built You a sanctuary in it for Your name, saying, 9 ‘If disaster comes upon us—sword, judgment, pestilence, or famine—we will stand before this temple and in Your presence (for Your name is in this temple), and cry out to You in our affliction, and You will hear and save.' 10 And now, here are the people of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir—whom You would not let Israel invade when they came out of the land of Egypt, but they turned from them and did not destroy them— 11 here they are, rewarding us by coming to throw us out of Your possession which You have given us to inherit. 12 O our God, will You not judge them? For we have no power against this great multitude that is coming against us; nor do we know what to do, but our eyes are upon You.”22 Now when they began to sing and to praise, the Lord set ambushes against the people of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir, who had come against Judah; and they were defeated. 23 For the people of Ammon and Moab stood up against the inhabitants of Mount Seir to utterly kill and destroy them. And when they [e]had made an end of the inhabitants of Seir, they helped to destroy one another.Vs 24 So when Judah came to a place overlooking the wilderness, they looked toward the multitude; and there were their dead bodies, fallen on the earth. No one had escaped.25 When Jehoshaphat and his people came to take away their spoil, they found among them an abundance of valuables on the dead bodies, and precious jewelry, which they stripped off for themselves, more than they could carry away; and they were three days gathering the spoil because there was so much.Vs 14 Then the Spirit of the Lord came upon Jahaziel the son of Zechariah, the son of Benaiah, the son of Jeiel, the son of Mattaniah, a Levite of the sons of Asaph, in the midst of the assembly. 15 And he said, “Listen, all you of Judah and you inhabitants of Jerusalem, and you, King Jehoshaphat! Thus says the Lord to you: ‘Do not be afraid nor dismayed because of this great multitude, for the battle is not yours, but God's.vs 3 And Jehoshaphat feared, and set himself to seek the Lord, and proclaimed a fast throughout all Judah. 4 So Judah gathered together to ask help from the Lord; and from all the cities of Judah they came to seek the Lord.5 Then Jehoshaphat stood in the assembly of Judah and Jerusalem, in the house of the Lord, before the new court, 6 and said: “O Lord God of our fathers, are You not God in heaven, and do You not rule over all the kingdoms of the nations, and in Your hand is there not power and might, so that no one is able to withstand You? vs 7 Are You not our God, who drove out the inhabitants of this land before Your people Israel, and gave it to the descendants of Abraham Your friend forever?19 Then the Levites of the children of the Kohathites and of the children of the Korahites stood up to praise the Lord God of Israel with voices loud and high.

Have you ever felt surrounded by overwhelming challenges, wondering where to turn? In 2nd Chronicles 20, Jehoshaphat faced three enemy armies, yet discovered the secret to victory through prayer and praise. Pastor Dave reveals how this ancient story offers hope for our modern battles, sharing four powerful prayer principles that transform fear into faith. Through vivid examples from his own 3:30 AM prayer sessions and pastoral experience, he shows how recognizing God's hand, remembering His faithfulness, believing He hears us, and approaching Him with humility can turn any situation around. Whether you're facing work stress, relationship conflicts, or personal struggles, this message will revolutionize your prayer life and remind you that "the battle is not yours, but God's." Watch now to unlock the power of prayer that produces results!2 Chronicles 20:1-12 It happened after this that the people of Moab with the people of Ammon, and others with them besides the Ammonites,[a] came to battle against Jehoshaphat. 2 Then some came and told Jehoshaphat, saying, “A great multitude is coming against you from beyond the sea, from [b]Syria; and they are in Hazazon Tamar” (which is En Gedi). 3 And Jehoshaphat feared, and set [c]himself to seek the Lord, and proclaimed a fast throughout all Judah. 4 So Judah gathered together to ask help from the Lord; and from all the cities of Judah they came to seek the Lord.5 Then Jehoshaphat stood in the assembly of Judah and Jerusalem, in the house of the Lord, before the new court, 6 and said: “O Lord God of our fathers, are You not God in heaven, and do You not rule over all the kingdoms of the nations, and in Your hand is there not power and might, so that no one is able to withstand You? 7 Are You not our God, who drove out the inhabitants of this land before Your people Israel, and gave it to the descendants of Abraham Your friend forever? 8 And they dwell in it, and have built You a sanctuary in it for Your name, saying, 9 ‘If disaster comes upon us—sword, judgment, pestilence, or famine—we will stand before this temple and in Your presence (for Your name is in this temple), and cry out to You in our affliction, and You will hear and save.' 10 And now, here are the people of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir—whom You would not let Israel invade when they came out of the land of Egypt, but they turned from them and did not destroy them— 11 here they are, rewarding us by coming to throw us out of Your possession which You have given us to inherit. 12 O our God, will You not judge them? For we have no power against this great multitude that is coming against us; nor do we know what to do, but our eyes are upon You.”22 Now when they began to sing and to praise, the Lord set ambushes against the people of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir, who had come against Judah; and they were defeated. 23 For the people of Ammon and Moab stood up against the inhabitants of Mount Seir to utterly kill and destroy them. And when they [e]had made an end of the inhabitants of Seir, they helped to destroy one another.Vs 24 So when Judah came to a place overlooking the wilderness, they looked toward the multitude; and there were their dead bodies, fallen on the earth. No one had escaped.25 When Jehoshaphat and his people came to take away their spoil, they found among them an abundance of valuables on the dead bodies, and precious jewelry, which they stripped off for themselves, more than they could carry away; and they were three days gathering the spoil because there was so much.Vs 14 Then the Spirit of the Lord came upon Jahaziel the son of Zechariah, the son of Benaiah, the son of Jeiel, the son of Mattaniah, a Levite of the sons of Asaph, in the midst of the assembly. 15 And he said, “Listen, all you of Judah and you inhabitants of Jerusalem, and you, King Jehoshaphat! Thus says the Lord to you: ‘Do not be afraid nor dismayed because of this great multitude, for the battle is not yours, but God's.vs 3 And Jehoshaphat feared, and set himself to seek the Lord, and proclaimed a fast throughout all Judah. 4 So Judah gathered together to ask help from the Lord; and from all the cities of Judah they came to seek the Lord.5 Then Jehoshaphat stood in the assembly of Judah and Jerusalem, in the house of the Lord, before the new court, 6 and said: “O Lord God of our fathers, are You not God in heaven, and do You not rule over all the kingdoms of the nations, and in Your hand is there not power and might, so that no one is able to withstand You? vs 7 Are You not our God, who drove out the inhabitants of this land before Your people Israel, and gave it to the descendants of Abraham Your friend forever?19 Then the Levites of the children of the Kohathites and of the children of the Korahites stood up to praise the Lord God of Israel with voices loud and high.

In this encouraging and practical message, Ps Sue Irwin helps us reflect on the year we've just lived and shows us how to finish it well, no matter what it has held. As we look back on the highs, the lows, and the moments in between, Sue reminds us that nothing is wasted in God's hands. Every experience can become a pathway for His blessing when our hearts and minds are aligned with Him.Using the story of King Jehoshaphat, she explores what it really means to trust God in the face of fear, uncertainty, and overwhelming circumstances. Rather than striving harder or trying to control outcomes, we are invited to realign our thinking, surrender our worries, and learn how worship, gratitude, and faith open the door for God to move.This message is especially meaningful for anyone feeling weary, anxious about the future, or unsure how to step into the year ahead. It offers hope, perspective, and practical encouragement to trust God more deeply and allow Him to turn valleys into places of blessing.

In this section of scripture King Jehoshaphat is surrounded by an army that caused him great fear. Have you ever had a time on your life when you are suddenly surrounded by overwhelming circumstances? A personal battle with temptation? A marital crisis? A debilitating health condition? The death of a loved one? A prodigal son or daughter?Truth be told beloved, we all have had our times when it seemed like there is no way out. What can be used to help us work through such times? Well, what did Jehoshaphat do? He set aside a time to fast. He acknowledged God's sovereignty (vs. 6), God's covenant (vs. 7), God's presence (vs. 8,9), God's goodness (vs. 10), God's possession (vs. 11) and their utter dependence upon Him (vs. 12).In the midst of the anticipation of the forthcoming battle, the prophet Jahaziel said, "Be not afraid nor dismayed by reason of this great multitude; for the battle is not yours, but God's (2 Chron 20:15). That does not mean that we shirk any human responsibility related to our battle, whatever it may be. But it does mean this: You and I as followers of Jesus Christ never face any battle in life alone. Yes, we have family, and friends who are there with us, and for that, we can and should be thankful, but then there are BATTLES that only the presence of God can get us through. Shepherd boy David said to the giant Goliath, and all this assembly shall know that the LORD saveth not with sword and spear: for the battle is the LORD'S, and he will give you into our hands (1 Sam 17:47).Beloved, our God promises to be with us in every battle, every fiery furnace, every single lion's den. When Jehoshaphat heard what God said to him and the people of God, we see in verses 18-21 that the people of God began to worship The Lord before the battle was fought, confident in God's promise of victory. For the child of God, death itself will be swallowed up in victory (1 Cor 15:54). The tribulation saints got the victory over the beast, and over his image, and over his mark, and over the number of his name, stand on the sea of glass, having the harps of God (Rev 15:2). But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. (1 Cor 15:57). We may lose a skirmish here and there beloved, but when all is said and done, Jesus prevails because He has won the ultimate battle over sin, the devil and death for us. Halleujah to His Name. SELAH

Have you ever hit a season where it feels like everything is falling apart—and you're wondering, “God, what are You doing with my life?” In this episode of the More Than Just Pretty Podcast, we dive into the REAL test of obedience before promotion and why things often get hardest right before breakthrough. Whether you're seeking spiritual growth, career advancement, or personal development, this conversation will help you see that what looks like chaos might actually be God shaking your foundation, testing your faith, and preparing you for the next level. Discover the ultimate test of obedience that precedes promotion, and learn how to posture your heart so you don't break under the pressure but pass the test instead.We'll unpack how to discern if you're facing the consequences of your own choices, walking through spiritual warfare, or being refined in a God-ordained season of testing. I share personal stories, prophetic dreams, and biblical insight (like King Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20) to show you how God uses suffering, surrender, and obedience to unlock your full potential and position you for destiny. If you've been asking, “What is the real test of obedience before promotion?” or wondering why it feels so hard when you're trying to do things God's way, this episode is for you. If this blesses you, like the video, drop a comment about your current season, share this with a friend who's struggling, and subscribe for more Christ-centered content on faith, healing, and relationships.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/morethanjustpretty8749/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In the bible King Jehoshaphat had a problem. He was surrounded by a powerful enemy, much more powerful than his army. He had a choice. He could fast, pray and praise or he could throw in the towel. What do you do? What do you place before your problem?

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Are We Underestimating Praise?2 Chronicles 20:21-22 "After consulting the people, Jehoshaphat appointed men to sing to the Lord and to praise him for the splendor of his holiness as they went out at the head of the army, saying: “Give thanks to the Lord, for his love endures forever.”As they began to sing and praise, the Lord set ambushes against the men of Ammon and Moab and Mount Seir who were invading Judah, and they were defeated.”In this chapter of Chronicles, God's people have armies coming to attack them from three different places.  Things were not looking good.  Then the Spirit of the Lord came upon Jahaziel, son of Zechariah, as he stood in the assembly.  He told the king and all the people of Judah that they shouldn't be afraid because this was not their fight. It was God's fight.  He told them to march down against the invading armies, but that they would not have to fight the battle.  This is where the verse picks up.  “After consulting the people, Jehoshaphat appointed men to sing to the Lord and to praise him for the splendor of his holiness as they went out at the head of the army, saying: 'Give thanks to the Lord, for his love endures forever.”Jehoshaphat and his army were headed into what seemed like a hopeless battle.  There were three different armies waiting to destroy them and take their land.  You would think they would have the soldiers lead them in this battle.  Even if they trusted God, you would think that just to be on the safe side, you would have the soldiers go first.  However, King Jehoshaphat appointed men to sing to the Lord and to praise Him for the splendor of his holiness as they went out to face the armies.  “As they began to sing and praise, the Lord set ambushes against the men of Ammon and Moab and Mount Seir who were invading Judah, and they were defeated.”Did you catch that last part?  It doesn't say that once they started fighting, the Lord gave them victory.  It doesn't say their enemy was defeated by their mighty hand.  It says that as they began to sing and praise, the Lord set ambushes against their enemy, and they were defeated.  They didn't even have to fight a single person.  They didn't have to lift their hands at all in this fight. They just needed to lift up their voices.   Do you have enemies that you need to defeat?  Are you praising God now while you are in the middle of it, or are you waiting until you get out of it?Sometimes we are trying to fight our enemies on our own.  We know we need God, and yet we ask Him for so much that we feel we should try to do this one on our own.  Yet, instead of leading with praise, we lead with anger, frustration, sadness, jealousy, and whatever other emotions we are feeling at the moment.  Can you think of a time when you have charged into a situation with your emotions leading the way?  How did that work out for you?  For me, it never works out.  When I go into a situation on my own without inviting the Lord to come with me, it never works out as I intended it to.  However, when I do think to praise the Lord while I am in the middle of a difficult situation, it always turns out well.  There are times when we think God has abandoned us.  We are praying and it does not seem like He is with us. Maybe we are the ones who have abandoned God.  We may be praying, but are we praying with a hopeful heart?  Are we trusting God will come through for us when we pray?  Are we praising God for all He does for us?  God is working in our lives every single day. Are we praising Him for that?  I talk a lot about gratitude because I think it is so important to go through life being grateful for what we have.  I think when we are grateful for what we have, God blesses us with more.  Being grateful is also a great way to shift our mood if we are feeling sad or having a bad day.  Sometimes, all it takes is a perspective switch, and we can turn our whole day around.  Praise is different from gratitude.  Sometimes, we can be praising God for what we have and what He has done for us, and yet praise is so much more than that.  We can also praise God for who He is.  Sometimes we are in a situation where we may not want to or be able to praise God for the situation. For instance, in this verse God's people were not praising God for the situation they were in.  They were not grateful they had three armies coming after them.  They were praising God for “the splendor of His Holiness.”  They were praising God for who He is.  He is the Fountain of Life.  He is the great “I AM.”  He is the Just One, and He is the King of kings.  He is the Lord of Lords, and He is the Light of the world.  He is the Lord our God.  He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life.  How often are you praising God for simply being God?  How often are you spending time in prayer thanking and praising God for being everything you need Him to be?  Maybe the next time we are in a hard situation, instead of charging into the situation with our guns blazing, we can lead with our praise.  Instead of leading with our anger, frustration, and sadness, we can lead with our praise.  God is always there for us.  Let's be there for Him.  Let's give God the praise that He so rightly deserves.  The thought just came to me that not everyone knows how to praise God.  There is no specific way.  I love to listen to praise and worship music, which is really any Christian music.  I am also part of a prayer group, and we praise out loud to the Lord, thanking Him for all He has done and all He Is.  I say phrases such as those listed above, things such as, you are the Light of the World, You are the Word made flesh, You are the King of the Kings.  You can also think back to all you have and thank God for that one by one.  You can thank God for everyone He has brought into your life.  Praise is time spent with the Lord when you are either thanking Him for something or you are talking about all the reasons He is awesome!!  I challenge you to find some time in your day-to-day and praise the Lord.  You can do it silently within your own heart, or you can shout it from the rooftops and everything in between.  Whatever you feel comfortable with.  The more you praise the more comfortable it will feel to you.  Also, the more you praise the more you will see God working in your life.  Dear Heavenly Father, I ask you to bless all those listening to this episode today.  Lord, help us to praise you more.  Put praise for you on our hearts so we long to do it.  Give us a thirst for praising you Lord.  It is so amazing how you defeated Judah's enemy when they started to praise you.  Lord, we have many enemies, and we need you to defeat them.  Help us to praise you first instead of trying to fix it all our selves.  We love you, Lord; you are so powerful.  You give Light to our lamps.  You straighten our crooked path.  You are always by our side, and we are so grateful.  I ask all of this in accordance with your will and in Jesus' holy name, Amen.Thank you so much for joining me on this journey to walk boldly with Jesus.  I look forward to spending time with you on Monday.  Remember, Jesus loves you and so do I!  Have a blessed weekend.Today's Word from the Lord was received in July 2025 by a member of my Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group. 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We often think of praise as an emotional response to God's goodness, something we offer when we feel happy or blessed. But what if praise is actually a strategic spiritual weapon, a tool in our spiritual toolbox that we deploy by faith rather than feeling? This powerful exploration of 2 Chronicles 20 reveals how King Jehoshaphat faced three armies with no natural way to win, yet discovered that praise isn't just our response to victory—it's the pathway to victory. When Jehoshaphat was afraid and didn't know what to do, he didn't run to his own reasoning or strategies. Instead, he sought the Lord first, gathering the people to fast and pray. The revelation he received was radical: put the worshipers at the front of the army. As they began to sing and praise, their enemies turned on each other and destroyed themselves. This teaches us something profound: praise doesn't follow victory, praise produces victory. When we're overwhelmed by circumstances—whether financial pressure, health battles, relationship struggles, or any situation that seems impossible—our first response should be to seek God's presence. Praise shifts the battle from our hands to God's hands. It's not about feeling excited; it's an act of faith that releases God's power into our situations. The size of our seed determines the size of our harvest, and praise is a seed we sow in faith, trusting that God will move on our behalf. Welcome to Relevant Church Live, the online campus of Relevant Church located in Daytona Beach, Florida. We pray that through this service you find your place, reveal your purpose, and unlock your potential! We pray this message blesses you and gives you the strength you need to do and be all that God has called you to do and be! Leave a comment below letting us know how this message impacted you today, we'd love to chat with you! #RelevantChurch #SoThankful #Gratitude #Thanks #PastorChrisSarno #OnlineChurch #RelevantChurchDaytonaBeach #Church #ChurchOnline #RelevantChurchFlorida -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ways to Give: Text to Give: Text your amount to 888-364-4483 Online Giving: Visit our website http://www.relevantfl.org/giving to give via debit, credit, or ACH Mail It In: Send gift Via USPS to 920 Beville Rd. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stay Connected: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: @RelevantChurch Relevant Church Website: https://www.relevantfl.org/ Relevant Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relevant_fl/ Relevant Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RelevantFL Relevant Church TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relevant_fl Relevant Church App: https://apps.apple.com/app/id1615804850?fbclid=IwAR3aHqo_6kr8Tzd_JK6xihjfJkVk6j7-iqITDj1u1wFicDLn6g6C29gL3LY Rkidz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rkidzfl Relevant Youth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relevantflyouth/ Relevant Church Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6nUtPIkecEehfstUWWPIVU?si=QBMEtu85SyuU3FxRM1X7lg&nd=1 Pastor Chris Sarno's Website: https://www.chrissarno.tv/ Chris Sarno App: http://www.chrissarno.tv/app -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Scripture References: Job 42 2 Chronicles 20:1-22 2 Corinthians 9 Habakkuk 3 Hebrews 4:16 Romans 10:9-10 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sunday, November 30th 2025 Pastor Chris Sarno Relevant Church So Thankful | Week 5 | Sunday, November 30th 2025 | Pastor Chris Sarno | Relevant Church

Avoid the "tragic eulogy" of King Jehoshaphat, who built ships but failed to launch them. This week is a wake-up call to the three reasons why faith fails to set sail and beckons for "Fourth Quarter Faith" to launch delayed purposes and finish the year out strong. 

The Weapon of Worship: Learning from Jehoshaphat Thanksgiving Week Message Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30 Summary Following our seven-week "Suited Up" series on spiritual warfare, this Thanksgiving week message explores one of the most unusual and powerful weapons in spiritual battle: worship. Not just worship on Sunday morning when everything's going well, but worship in the trenches—worship when you're surrounded, outnumbered, and facing impossible odds. The story of King Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20 demonstrates how worship invites God to fight our battles for us. The Story: King Jehoshaphat ruled Judah during a time of relative peace. But one day, messengers came with terrifying news: three armies—Moab, Ammon, and others—were united and marching against Judah. They were outnumbered, outmatched, and out of time. Humanly speaking, the situation was hopeless. But what Jehoshaphat did next is one of the most remarkable displays of faith in Scripture, teaching us how to fight spiritual battles with the weapon of worship. Key Points: 1. When Facing Impossible Battles, Turn to God First Jehoshaphat's first response reveals his character. 2 Chronicles 20:3 says, "And Jehoshaphat feared, and set himself to seek the Lord, and proclaimed a fast throughout all Judah." Notice three things: First, he felt fear—the text doesn't hide this. Three armies were bearing down and he was terrified. But fear drove him TO God, not away from God. Second, he sought the Lord with determination and focus—this wasn't casual prayer but desperate, all-in seeking. Third, he called the nation to fast, recognizing this battle was too big for human effort. Jehoshaphat's prayer (2 Chronicles 20:6-12) is a masterclass in praying during impossible circumstances: He starts with WHO GOD IS: "You rule over all kingdoms. In Your hand is power and might." He recalls WHAT GOD HAS DONE: "You drove out the inhabitants. You gave us this land." He acknowledges THEIR HELPLESSNESS: "We have no power. We don't know what to do." He declares THEIR DEPENDENCE: "Our eyes are upon You." This is brilliant praying. Jehoshaphat doesn't deny the threat's reality, doesn't pretend they can handle it, doesn't give God suggestions. He simply reminds himself and the nation of God's character, God's past faithfulness, and their complete dependence on Him. The first step when facing impossible battles: Turn to God first, not as a last resort. 2. God Responds With a Promise and a Strategy After Jehoshaphat prayed, God responded through the prophet Jahaziel: "Do not be afraid nor dismayed because of this great multitude, for the battle is not yours, but God's. Tomorrow go down against them...You will not need to fight in this battle. Position yourselves, stand still and see the salvation of the Lord." God's message had three parts: A promise: "The battle is not yours, but God's"—one of the most important truths about spiritual warfare. When you're facing battles as God's child, you're not fighting alone. The battle ultimately belongs to God. Strange instructions: "You will not need to fight. Position yourselves, stand still"—go to the battlefield but don't fight? Just stand there? This made no sense militarily, but God's strategies rarely make human sense. Repeated reassurance: "Do not fear or be dismayed"—God knows fear is natural, so He repeats the command three times. Before they saw any evidence of victory, they worshiped (2 Chronicles 20:18-19). The armies were still coming. The threat hadn't changed. But they worshiped anyway. That's faith—not waiting until the problem is solved to give thanks, but giving thanks because God has promised to solve it. The next morning, Jehoshaphat did something audacious: "He appointed those who should sing to the Lord...as they went out BEFORE the army" (2 Chronicles 20:21). He sent worshipers to the front lines. Not warriors. Not weapons. Worshipers. The choir went first, armed with nothing but praise, singing about God's mercy while enemy armies bore down. When God makes you a promise, respond with worship—before you see it fulfilled. 3. Worship Invites God to Fight Your Battles Watch what happened when worship went to the front lines: "Now when they began to sing and to praise, the Lord set ambushes against the people of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir, who had come against Judah; and they were defeated" (2 Chronicles 20:22-23). When they began to sing and praise, God set ambushes. The three armies that had united against Judah suddenly turned on each other. By the time Judah's army arrived, the enemy was already destroyed. Judah didn't swing a single sword. They just worshiped, and God fought. The principle: Worship invites God's presence, and God's presence defeats the enemy. When you worship, you're declaring several truths: God's supremacy over your circumstances Your dependence on Him Your trust in His character Your confidence in His promises Every one of those declarations is an act of spiritual warfare. The enemy cannot stand in the presence of genuine worship because worship acknowledges the truth about who God is and who the enemy is not. How this works practically: When anxiety attacks, worship shifts focus from the problem to the Problem-Solver When bitterness takes root, worship reminds you of God's goodness and mercy When discouragement overwhelms, worship reorients perspective from temporary circumstances to eternal truth When temptation seems irresistible, worship reminds you that God's presence is more satisfying than sin Worship isn't just singing songs—it's declaring truth about God that drives out lies from the enemy. 4. Victory Through Worship Brings Abundant Blessing The story doesn't end with the enemy's defeat. When Judah came to the battlefield, they found the dead bodies of their enemies and "an abundance of valuables...more than they could carry away; and they were three days gathering the spoil" (2 Chronicles 20:24-25). Three days to collect the plunder. They went to battle empty-handed with only worship, and came home with more wealth than they could carry. They named the battlefield "The Valley of Berachah" (blessing) because that's what it became. They went to battle with worship. They came home with worship. And in between, God gave them victory and abundant blessing. When God fights your battles, the victory is complete and the blessing is abundant. When you fight in your own strength, even if you win, you're exhausted and barely surviving. But when God fights for you, you come out blessed, strengthened, and with more than you had before. The final result: "And the fear of God was on all the kingdoms of those countries when they heard that the Lord had fought against the enemies of Israel. Then the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet, for his God gave him rest all around" (2 Chronicles 20:29-30). The Bottom Line: When you face impossible battles, worship is a weapon that invites God to fight for you. Jehoshaphat turned to God first in desperate prayer, believed God's promise before seeing the outcome, sent worship to the front lines, and watched God fight and give abundant blessing. This Thanksgiving, when battles come—and they will—send worship to the front lines. Declare God's character. Praise His faithfulness. Thank Him for past victories. Trust Him for present battles. Watch Him fight for you.

Jonathan Evans — Encouragement in Your Battles In this inspiring episode of Cat81 Radio, Allan and the studio cats Jaggy and Tedi bring you a powerful message from Jonathan Evans focused on finding strength, courage, and hope in life's toughest moments. Jonathan Evans reminds us that battles are not signs of God's absence — they are stages for God's power to be revealed. Using the story of King Jehoshaphat and other biblical insights, he explains that the Lord does not call us to fight in our own strength. Instead, He invites us to trust Him, stand firm, and allow Him to handle what we cannot. Listeners will learn: Why discouragement grows when we fixate on the problem instead of God's promisesHow praise and worship shift the atmosphere before the victory even arrivesWhy obedience positions us for divine interventionHow remembering God's past faithfulness fuels confidence for present challenges Evans delivers a timely reminder that God is fighting for you, even when you cannot yet see the outcome. No matter the struggle — spiritual, emotional, physical, or relational — the Lord is present, powerful, and fully capable of leading you to victory. Tune in for encouragement, renewed faith, and a fresh reminder that the God who brings you into the battle is the same God who brings you through it. Cat81 Radio — Inspiring Faith and Encouragement Worldwide. Jaggy, Tedi, and Allan thank you for tuning in and sharing!

King Jehoshaphat faced overwhelming enemy armies but chose worship over warfare. Instead of relying on military might, he led his people in fasting, prayer, and worship. God responded by declaring the battle belonged to Him, not them. When they marched out with singers leading the charge, God caused the enemy armies to turn on each other. This teaches us that worship changes our atmosphere, perspective, and circumstances. Sometimes our greatest battles are won not through our own strength, but through surrendering to God in worship and trust.

Gratitude // Week 2 // Gratitude Changes The BattlePastor Ashley Wilkerson1 Thessalonians 5:18 NIV18 Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.2 Chronicles 19:4-5 NIRV4 Jehoshaphat lived in Jerusalem. He went out again among the people. He went from Beersheba to the hill country of Ephraim. He turned the people back to the Lord, the God of Israel. 5a Jehoshaphat appointed judges in the land.2 Chronicles 20:1 NIRV1 After that, the Moabites, Ammonites and some Meunites went to war against Jehoshaphat.1. Gratitude Attracts Attacks2 Chronicles 20:3 NIRV   3 Jehoshaphat was alarmed. So he decided to ask the Lord for advice. He told all the people of Judah to go without eating.1. Gratitude Attracts Attacks2. Gratitude Seeks God's Strategies2 Chronicles 20:4 NIRV   4 The people came together to ask the Lord for help. In fact, they came from every town in Judah to pray to him.2 Chronicles 20:5-9 NIV   5 Then Jehoshaphat stood up in the assembly of Judah and Jerusalem at the temple of the Lord in the front of the new courtyard 6 and said: “Lord, the God of our ancestors, are you not the God who is in heaven?You rule over all the kingdoms of the nations. Power and might are in your hand, and no one can withstand you. 7 Our God, did you not drive out the inhabitants of this land before your people Israel and give it forever to the descendants of Abraham your friend? 8 They have lived in it and have built in it a sanctuary for your Name, saying, 9 ‘If calamity comes upon us, whether the sword of judgment, or plague or famine, we will stand in your presence before this temple that bears your Name and will cry out to you in our distress, and you will hear us and save us.'2 Chronicles 20:14-17 NIV14 Then the Spirit of the Lord came on Jahaziel, son of Zechariah, the son of Benaiah, the son of Jeiel, the son of Mattaniah, a Levite and descendant of Asaph, as he stood in the assembly. 15 He said: “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. 16 Tomorrow march down against them. They will be climbing up by the Pass of Ziz, and you will find them at the end of the gorge in the Desert of Jeruel. 17 You will not have to fight this battle. Take up your positions; stand firm and see the deliverance the Lord will give you, Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Go out to face them tomorrow, and the Lord will be with you.'”2 Chronicles 20:18-19 NIV   18 Jehoshaphat bowed down with his face to the ground, and all the people of Judah and Jerusalem fell down in worship before the Lord. 19 Then some Levites from the Kohathites and Korahites stood up and praised the Lord, the God of Israel, with a very loud voice.2 Chronicles 20:20-21 NIV20 Early in the morning they left for the Desert of Tekoa. As they set out, Jehoshaphat stood and said, “Listen to me, Judah and people of Jerusalem! Have faith in the Lord your God and you will be upheld; have faith in his prophets and you will be successful.” 21 After consulting the people, Jehoshaphat appointed men to sing to the Lord and to praise him for the splendor of his holiness as they went out at the head of the army, saying: “Give thanks to the Lord, for his love endures forever.”1. Gratitude Attracts Attacks2. Gratitude Seeks God's Strategies3. Gratitude Releases Residual Results2 Chronicles 20:22-23 NIV   22 As they began to sing and praise, the Lord set ambushes against the men of Ammon and Moab and Mount Seir who were invading Judah, and they were defeated. 23 The Ammonites and Moabites rose up against the men from Mount Seir to destroy and annihilate them. After they finished slaughtering the men from Seir, they helped to destroy one another.2 Chronicles 20:29-30 NIV   29 The fear of God came on all the surrounding kingdoms when they heard how the Lord had fought against the enemies of Israel. 30 And the kingdom of Jehoshaphat was at peace, for his God had given him rest on every side.Juh Hohzul literally means “God sees”.Psalm 50:14-15 NIV“Sacrifice thank offerings to God, fulfill your vows to the Most High, 15 and call on me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor me.”1. Gratitude Attracts Attacks2. Gratitude Seeks God's Strategies3. Gratitude Releases Residual Results

When faced with challenges and crises, is our first response one of murmuring and complaining, or a prayer to God? 3 defining questions King Jehoshaphat prayed in a time of national crisis teaches us how we should pivot our prayers and whom we should direct our focus towards when things get tough.

When faced with challenges and crises, is our first response one of murmuring and complaining, or a prayer to God? 3 defining questions King Jehoshaphat prayed in a time of national crisis teaches us how we should pivot our prayers and whom we should direct our focus towards when things get tough.

When life feels like a battle you can't win, it's easy to believe that trying harder will finally bring peace. But what if the breakthrough you need doesn't come from more control, but from surrender? King Jehoshaphat faced an army he couldn't defeat, yet instead of drawing a sword, he lifted a song. As Judah began to worship, God began to work. In a world that says, “You got this,” Scripture declares, “The battle is not yours, but God's.” Tune in for this victory Sunday as we see how praise pushes back fear, how worship invites God's power into impossible places, and how the same God who fought for Judah gives us ultimate victory in Jesus.

Have you ever felt completely surrounded with nowhere to turn? In this powerful message, Pastor Sean Pinder takes us through the story of King Jehoshaphat facing an overwhelming enemy coalition in 2 Chronicles 20:1-7. When multiple armies surrounded Judah, Jehoshaphat didn't panic—he prayed.Discover timeless principles for facing your own impossible situations! Whether you're facing financial pressure, health challenges, relationship struggles, or overwhelming circumstances, this message will equip you with biblical strategies for when your back is against the wall.

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Pastor opens today's class with the words from Psalm 135:15-18 "The idols of the nations are silver and gold, made by human hands. They have mouths, but cannot speak, eyes, but cannot see. They have ears, but cannot hear, nor is there breath in their mouths. Those who make them will be like them, and so will all who trust in them." We will see the truth of these words in today's study. Elijah' Days: Most of this prophet's ministry was during the height of King Ahab in the north in Israel and King Jehoshaphat in the south in Judah. His name, Elijah, is even prophetic. In Hebrew it literally means, my God is Jehovah. ⁃ A time of great apostasy - under Ahab and Jezebel there was an attempt to get rid of any semblance of worship of the Living God and to supplant God with the worship of Baal. ⁃ A prophet of great faith (Elijah) ⁃ A man of insignificance (very little is know about him, was he even an Israelite?) ⁃ A time of great danger for believers. Ahab and Jezebel sought to destroy God's prophets. ⁃ A ministry of great impact Elijah's ministry is recorded in 1 Kings 17-19, 21 2 Kings 1-2 2 Chronicles 21 Elijah's Ministry: ⁃ Prediction and Provision (1 Kings 17) Elijah speaks that there will not be rain or dew for the next few years. This is a direct attack on King Ahab's gods. And the drought begins. Elijah goes into hiding. There are some great stories of God's miraculous provision for Elijah during the famine. ⁃ Contest at Mount Carmel (1 Kings 18-19) God tells Elijah 3 years after the drought started that he was to go to Ahab and tell him that God would send rain. Elijah confronts Ahab about abandoning God and says for Ahab and his people and 850 prophets of Baal to meet him, a prophet of God, at Mt. Carmel and offers them the choice to follow God or Baal. Elijah is severely outnumbered against 850 false prophets, but the contest begins. ⁃ The Contest - those prophets worshiping Baal were told to pray to Baal for Baal to bring fire onto their altar, but it never comes. Elijah then builds his altar of 12 stones (1 for each tribe of Israel), slaughters the bull and then covers the altar in water and at 3pm he prays to God and the fire of the Lord falls on Elijah's altar. When the people see this they fall and cry out, "The Lord, He is God, the Lord, He is God!" They destroy the false prophets, and the rains start falling. ⁃ The Aftermath - Elijah runs to Jezreel (the summer palace) where Jezebel threatens him saying she is going to ensure he is killed. Elijah becomes fearful and runs for his life. He hides in the wilderness and becomes very discouraged and depressed. He tells God that he's had enough, and to take his life. Then an angel of the Lord comes and tells him to head to Mt. Sinai where the Lord will appear to him. Join us next week as we continue our study of Elijah! Now What? Learn about God at https://www.awakeusnow.com EVERYTHING we offer is FREE. View live or on demand: https://www.awakeusnow.com/tuesday-bible-class Join us Sundays https://www.awakeusnow.com/sunday-service Watch via our app. Text HELLO to 888-364-4483 to download our app.

Are We Underestimating Praise?2 Chronicles 20:21-22 "After consulting the people, Jehoshaphat appointed men to sing to the Lord and to praise him for the splendor of his holiness as they went out at the head of the army, saying: “Give thanks to the Lord, for his love endures forever.”As they began to sing and praise, the Lord set ambushes against the men of Ammon and Moab and Mount Seir who were invading Judah, and they were defeated.”In this chapter of Chronicles, God's people have armies coming to attack them from three different places.  Things were not looking good.  Then the Spirit of the Lord came upon Jahaziel son of Zechariah as he stood in the assembly.  He told the king and all the people of Judah that they shouldn't be afraid because they was not their fight, it was God's fight.  He told them to march down against the invading armies, but that they would not have to fight the battle.  This is where the verse picks up.  “After consulting the people, Jehoshaphat appointed men to sing to the Lord and to praise him for the splendor of his holiness as they went out at the head of the army, saying: “Give thanks to the Lord, for his love endures forever.”Jehoshaphat and his army were headed into what seemed like a hopeless battle.  There were three different armies waiting to destroy them and to take their land.  You would think they would have the soldiers lead them this battle.  Even if they trusted God, you would think just to be on the safe side you would have the soldiers go first.  However, King Jehoshaphat appointed men to sing to the Lord and to praise Him for the splendor of his holiness as they went out to face the armies.  “As they began to sing and praise, the Lord set ambushes against the men of Ammon and Moab and Mount Seir who were invading Judah, and they were defeated.”Did you catch that last part?  It doesn't say once they started fighting the Lord gave them victory.  It doesn't say their enemy was defeated by their mighty hand.  It says as they began to sing and praise, the Lord set ambushes against their enemy and they were defeated.  They didn't even have to fight a single person.  They didn't have to lift their hands at all in this fight, they just needed to lift up their voices.   Do you have enemies that you need defeated?  Are you praising God now while you are in the middle of it, or are you waiting until you get out of it?  I have known that praise is important for some time know.  I have even done other episodes on how important it is to praise through the storm, not just after it is over.  However, I didn't know about this story.  I didn't know about God destroying three armies with praise alone.  Sometimes we are trying to fight our enemies on our own.  We know we need God and yet we ask Him for so much we feel we should try to do this one on our own.  Yet, instead of leading with praise we lead with anger, frustration, sadness, jealousy and whatever other emotions we are feeling in the moment.  Can you think of a time when you have charged into a situation with your emotions leading the way?  How did that work out for you?  For me, it never works out.  When I go into a situation on my own, without inviting the Lord to come with me, it never works out as I intended it to.  However, when I do think to praise the Lord while I am in the middle of a difficult situation, it always turns out well.  There are times when we think God has abandoned us.  We are praying and it does not seem like He is with  us. Maybe we are the ones who have abandoned God.  We may be praying, but are we praying with a hopeful heart?  Are we trusting God will come through for us when we pray?  Are we praising God for all He does for us?  God is working in our lives every single day, are we praising Him for that?  I talk a lot about gratitude because I think it is so important to go through life being grateful for what we have.  I think when we are grateful with what we have God blesses us with more.  Being grateful is also a great way to shift our mood if we are feeling sad, or having a bad day.  Sometimes all it takes is a perspective switch and we can turn our whole day around.  Praise is different from gratitude.  Sometimes we can be praising God for what we have and what He has done for us and yet praise is so much more than that.  We can also praise God fro who He is.  Sometimes we are in a situation where we may not want to or be able to praise God for the situation. For instance, in this verse God's people were not praising God for the situation they were in.  They were not grateful they had three armies coming after them.  They were praising God for “the splendor of His Holiness.”  They were praising God for who He is.  He is the the Fountain of Life.  He is the great “I AM.”  He is the Just One and He is the King of kings.  He is the Lord of Lords and He is the Light of the world.  He is the Lord our God.  He is the Way, the Truth and the Life.  How often are you praising God for simply being God?  How often are you spending time in prayer thanking and praising God for being everything you need Him to be?  Maybe the next time we are in a hard situation, instead of charging into the situation with our guns blazing, maybe we can lead with our praise.  Instead of leading with our anger, frustration, sadness, we can lead with our praise.  God is always there for us.  Let's be there for Him.  Let's give God the praise that He so rightly deserves.  The thought just came to me that not everyone knows how to praise God.  There is not specific way.  I love to listen to praise and worship music, which is really any Christian music.  I am also part of a prayer group and we praise outloud to the Lord thanking Him for all He has done and all he Is.  I say phrases such as those listed above, things such as, you are the Light of the World, You are the Word made flesh, You are the King of the Kings.  You can also think back to all you have and thank God for that one by one.  You can thank God for everyone He has brought into your life.  Praise is time spent with the Lord when you are either thanking Him for something or you are talking about all the reasons He is awesome!!  I challenge you to find some time in your day today and praise the Lord.  You can do it silently within your own heart, or you can shout if from the roof tops, and everything in between.  Whatever you feel comfortable with.  The more you praise the  more comfortable it will feel to you.  Also, the more you praise the more you will see God working in your life.  Dear Heavenly Father I ask you to bless all those listening to this episode today.  Lord, help us to praise you more.  Put praise for you on our hearts so we long to do it.  Give us a thirst for praising you Lord.  It is so amazing how you defeated Judah's enemy when they started to praise you.  Lord, we have many enemies and we need you to defeat them.  Help us to praise you first instead of trying to fix it all our selves.  We love you Lord, you are so powerful.  You give Light to our lamps.  You straighten our crooked path.  You are always by our side and we am so grateful.  I ask all of this in accordance with your will and in Jesus' holy name, AmenThank you so much for joining me on this journey to walk boldly with Jesus.  I look forward to spending time with you on Monday.  Remember, Jesus loves you and so do I!  Have a blessed weekend. www.findingtruenorthcoaching.comCLICK HERE TO DONATECLICK HERE to sign up for Mentoring CLICK HERE to sign up for Daily "Word from the Lord" emailsCLICK HERE to sign up for my newsletter & receive a free audio training about inviting Jesus into your daily lifeCLICK HERE to buy my book Total Trust in God's Safe Embrace

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Are you keeping the peace in areas where God is calling you to stand out?King Jehoshaphat loved God and did what was right—but he made one compromise that changed everything. He made peace with King Ahab, one of the most wicked kings in Israel's history. This alliance almost cost him his life and opened the door for rebellion in the next generation.This message challenges us to examine where we might be blending in when God has called us to be different. It's not about being judgmental or isolating ourselves—it's about having the courage to stop compromising with things that are at war with God. Sometimes the pressure to fit in, maintain influence, or avoid conflict can lead us to make peace with relationships, habits, or practices that slowly pull us away from God.

In II Chronicles 20 we find a great story of deliverance for King Jehoshaphat when there seem to be no way out.

In II Chronicles 20 we find a great story of deliverance for King Jehoshaphat when there seem to be no way out.

Are you believing God for answers to your prayers? In this powerful message titled “Guaranteed Answers to Prayer,” Pastor Sean Pinder shares from 2 Chronicles 20:5–18 the proven biblical principles that bring breakthrough results. Discover how King Jehoshaphat's prayer moved God to fight for His people and how you can position yourself for the same divine intervention.When you pray according to God's Word and trust His promises, your victory is guaranteed. Don't miss this life-changing message—your faith will rise, and your confidence in God's ability to answer will be strengthened!

In II Chronicles 20 we find a great story of deliverance for King Jehoshaphat when there seem to be no way out.

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.

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.

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)

“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.

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

In this Bible Story, we learn about the departure of Elijah. The faithful prophet is taken up into the clouds by chariots of fire. Elisha, his faithful student, took his place as prophet over Israel. Now he watches over the people, ministering to them in times of trouble. This story is inspired by 2 Kings 2. Go to BibleinaYear.com and learn the Bible in a Year.Today's Bible verse is 2 Kings 2:11 from the King James Version.Episode 129: Joram, King Ahab's son was now King over Israel, and for 12 years he built a kingdom that fed his self-importance. Sick of being under Israelite subjugation, the nation of Moab rose in revolt. King Joram quickly sent word to King Jehoshaphat and the nation of Edom asking for help. As the three kings and their armies were marching up for battle they ran out of provisions. Frightened, the kings sent for Elisha that he might inquire of God on their behalf. Then Elisha prophesied water for the men, and victory over the Moabites.Hear the Bible come to life as Pastor Jack Graham leads you through the official BibleinaYear.com podcast. This Biblical Audio Experience will help you master wisdom from the world's greatest book. In each episode, you will learn to apply Biblical principles to everyday life. Now understanding the Bible is easier than ever before; enjoy a cinematic audio experience full of inspirational storytelling, orchestral music, and profound commentary from world-renowned Pastor Jack Graham.Also, you can download the Pray.com app for more Christian content, including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Visit JackGraham.org for more resources on how to tap into God's power for successful Christian living.Pray.com is the digital destination of faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.Executive Producers: Steve Gatena & Max BardProducer: Ben GammonHosted by: Pastor Jack GrahamMusic by: Andrew Morgan SmithBible Story narration by: Todd HaberkornSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.