2 Chronicles 20:12 Desperate Prayers

Good morning all. God is good all the time, all the time God is good. TOO BLESSED TO BE STRESSED!

Desperate prayers. 2 Chronicles 20:12 "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 upon you."

Whatever problem we are facing is far too big for us and we feel there is no way out. What do we do? Prayer comes to mind, but how do we pray? We could pray like Jehoshaphat did when Judah was being invaded by Moabits. His prayer is of trust, humility, and hope.

First acknowledge who God is. Then a reminder of what God has already done. And finally comes the desperate plea. You are omnipotent God of the universe; your force and power brought your people into Israel and placed your temple in its midst; and won't you judge them (Ammonites) for their sins and save us from destruction.

It is the attitude behind the words that really counts. We can't pray a desperate prayer without first confessing complete helplessness and total dependence. It is not always easy, nor is it easy to keep our eyes fixed on God in moments of crisis.

We need to remember how God answered Jehoshaphat's prayer: "Take up your positions... do not be discouraged for the battle is not ours, but God's!" said God.

The next time you find yourself in a hopeless situation, will you trust God enough to praise him for the victory he is about to achieve? Love you all.

In Christ's Love and Grace

Johnny