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Your praise, Your weapon

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December 22, 2024
" Let the high praises of God be in their mouth, and a two-edged sword in their hand; to execute vengeance upon the heathen, and punishments upon the people; to bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron; to execute upon them the judgment written: this honor have all His saints.  Praise ye the Lord.’’ 

- Psalm 149:6-9 (KJV) 


In our previous study, we explored the reasons and methods for offering praise to God. We concluded with the lesson that our praise should carry an exclamation mark, resonating with gratitude and intention. The word "praise" comes from the Hebrew word Halal, which means "to jump, dance, to be loud and clamorous." It is the root of "hallelujah," signifying a praise that is exuberant and uninhibited, as if one has lost all self-control, regardless of who may be watching. Today, we will focus on what to do with the praise we offer to God. 

 

In modern military strategy, tactical ammunition is employed to gain an advantage over the enemy. Similarly, an opposing force often targets strategic locations, such as military installations. Just as your tactical weapons may be used to eliminate the enemy, the enemy will always seek to undermine your weapons – one of which is your praise. God has given us the powerful weapon of praise as a sacrifice. 

 

It is one thing to possess a weapon; it is another to know how to use it effectively. Our anchor text for today reminds us that praise must be expressed in words. While gratitude in your heart is essential, it must also be vocalized. There are two significant privileges that come with expressing praise to God. 

 Today, offer God an undignified praise. Create a personal space for Him and exalt Him as if no one is watching.

The first privilege is vengeance. As you begin to praise God and exalt His name, something shifts in the spiritual realm. A sword in the spirit enters your hand, empowering you to execute vengeance upon your enemies. Romans 12:19b boldly states that vengeance belongs to God. This is echoed in Psalm 94:1 (KJV): “O Lord God, to whom vengeance belongeth; O God, to whom vengeance belongeth, show thyself.” When you praise God, you provoke His vengeance. He steps into your praise to avenge you for the wrongs, injustices, or losses inflicted upon you by your adversaries. 

 

The second privilege of offering praise to God is judgment. Just as vengeance attracts divine intervention, praising God grants you the opportunity to have Him as the judge over your circumstances. It’s like having enhanced security clearance to access confidential resources. Praise elevates your privileges before God. On your own, you may feel unqualified to judge any situation, but through praise, you invite God to bring judgment over medical reports or challenges that loom like a Goliath before you. 

 

Today, offer God an undignified praise. Create a personal space for Him and exalt Him as if no one is watching. Watch how your praise provokes vengeance and judgment in your favor.                                            


Song of Worship  

First it was fragrance 

Then it turned to fire 

My worship is my weapon 

This is how I win my battle this is how I win my battle 


Song Fragrance to Fire by Dunsin Oyekan 

 

Prayer -  Lord, I offer you praises from the depth of my heart today. Let my altar of praise provoke judgment and vengeance upon every negative situation in my life and I have victory in Your name in Jesus' name. 

 

Bible in 1 year: Nahum 1-3; Revelation 14 

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