MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE TO GOD Shout with joy to God, all the earth! Psalm 66:1, NIV On Easter morning in 1799, the people of Feldkirch, Austria, were terrified by the army of Napoleon, which laid siege against them. The citizens were ready to raise the white flag of surrender but the Bishop in their church said to the townspeople, “This is Easter day. This is the day our king resurrected. We must have one moment of triumph. Let us at least ring all the bells of Easter.” Fearfully, the people agreed. Soon the sound of church bells pealing out a celebration of victory filled the air. Napoleon’s army was astounded thinking the Austrian army had arrived during the night to help defend the town. The bells had not yet stopped ringing when the French army broke ranks and fled. Like the story of Jehoshaphat’s army, the story of Feldkirch is a powerful reminder of the power of praise. Are you downcast, overwhelmed by unpleasant situations you are passing through? Are you being terrorised by the kingdom of darkness, and you are about to surrender? Why not try the power of praise? It will surprise you what the Lord will do! Prayer Point: Teach me, Lord, the power of praise no matter my situation. Read Bible Through Passage: 2 Chr. 31, 32; Acts 9:26-43 *********************** Endeavour to rebroadcast this devotional message to others on your contact list. Have a happy night rest.
Posted on: Thu, 04 Jul 2013 20:34:26 +0000