Psalm 124:6-8  ‘Blessed be the Lord, who hath not given us as a prey to their teeth. Our soul is escaped as a bird out of the snare of the fowlers: the snare is broken, and we are escaped. Our help is in the name of the Lord, who made heaven and earth”.

DAILY READING Galatians 2; Jeremiah 49-50; Psalm 143

The American Revolution was a time when the British colonies in America rebelled against the rule of Great Britain. At that time, Britain was the greatest military force in the world.  However after many battles the small fledgling American colonies gained  their freedom and became the independent country of the United States.

After the American declaration of Independence, their first major battle with the British, which was also the largest battle of the revolutionary War, was the battle of long island.  The battle took place in the southwest portion of Long Island, New York. This area is called Brooklyn today.  Initially the Americans had forced the British out of Boston on March 1776. And George Washington, the leader of the American side , had stationed his men to defend the city against a counter attack. Sure enough, a large British fleet arrived off the coast of New York and began attacking in the early morning hours of August 27. Soon the larger British forces surrounded the Americans. The British believed that the Americans were totally trapped and had no way to escape. However, Washington a devout Christian turned to God in prayers, asking for divine help. And the following night, he made a desperate attempt to evacuate his trapped army. He had just that night to get 9,000 men to safety without alerting the surrounding British army. Silently boats made multiple trips across the river hauling men and horses. When the sun rose, however, a large portion of the American forces were still left in Brooklyn. Miraculously a heavy fog suddenly descended over the area. It lasted just long enough for Washington and his men to make their final escape. And when the British woke up the next morning, it was to discover that the American Army had totally escaped from their ambush.

Psalm 124:6-8 says ‘Blessed be the Lord, who hath not given us as a prey to their teeth. Our soul is escaped as a bird out of the snare of the fowlers: the snare is broken, and we are escaped. Our help is in the name of the Lord, who made heaven and earth”.

Indeed God will always make a way of escape for those who trust in Him. There is no mountain that God cannot level, no sea that He cannot dry up, and no “Jordan” that cannot be driven back, to enable you have an express way to your destination. Therefore no matter how tough the road may appear, as you seek the face of  God in prayers, understand that He is in perfect control. There is no situation, no matter how desperate, that He cannot handle in your life. And any time you feel surrounded or overwhelmed, instead of panicking, switch to praise.

In 2 Chronicles 20, King Jehoshaphat was surrounded by mightier armies. And it looked like there was no way of escape. In 2 Chronicles 20:12, he prayed ‘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’.

And in 2 Chronicles 20:17, God responded ‘Ye shall not need to fight in this battle: set yourselves, stand ye still, and see the salvation of the Lord with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: fear not, nor be dismayed; tomorrow go out against them: for the Lord will be with you.’

And how did they set themselves? In praises! king Jehoshaphat took the rear and allowed God to go ahead. And God took their place in battle and won the victory for them. Likewise, when a battle seems too great for you, turn it over to God through giving Him worthy praise. Once you engage in praise, you have brought God’s Presence to bear on the situation. Praise compels Him to take over the battles of your life. He takes your place in battle, fights on your behalf, and gives you the victory.

Indeed God knows how to make a way of escape for us out of every tight situation.  So what is that battle you are faced with? What is that challenge? Cheer up and give God worthy praise. And you will find that in your praise is your victory!

PRAYER: Lord, Please help me to always praise You in every situation. And as I praise You, I know You will cause everything to work together for my good. Indeed my mourning shall be turned into dancing  in Jesus Name.

QUOTE

When you praise God despite your situation power is released for a raise.

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