The Power of Praise

No unbelief or distrust

made him waver (doubtingly question)

concerning the promise of God,

but he grew strong

and was empowered by faith

as he gave praise and glory to God,

Romans 4:20 (AMP)

Sometimes we are tempted to believe

that praise and worship during a church service

is just the "warm up" for the sermon.

I know people who habitually come in late

so they can skip this part of a worship service.

Others will, for some strange reason,

stand out in a church lobby and chat

even after a worship encounter has begun.

If this is your attitude,

let me challenge your to consider the

power of praise.

Praise is the most powerful force at our disposal.

Praise is putting faith into action.

Just as putting your physical body into action

makes it grow stronger,

putting your faith into action

through prayer and praise

will cause you to grow strong as well!

Today's verse tells us

No unbelief made him waver

regarding the promise of God.

Abraham was able to remain

steadfast because he activated

his faith through praise.

To waver means to go back and forth,

like a tree blowing in the wind,

or like a politician who makes decisions

based on polling data rather than

his/her convictions.

Spiritual wavering is when we go

back and forth in believing the

promises of God.

Spiritual wavering shows itself

in our words and actions.

When you speak contrary to God's promises,

you are wavering and unsteady.

This verse does not say

that Abraham never had unbelief

or doubting thoughts.

It says that he didn't waver--

he did not allow his

words or actions

to go against God

no matter what he was thinking.

He took captive every thought

and stood strong through His

praise and worship!

Praise stabilizes us!

It makes us strong.

It's hard to be negative

when you are singing a song

of praise to Him.

Determine today to stand strong in worship.

Put your faith into action with your words

and watch what God will do no your behalf!

Have a blessed & powerful day!

Kendall

A PRAYER FOR TODAY!

Heavenly Father, today I choose to bless Your name.

I thank You for life. I thank You for breath.

I thank You for provision, healing, strength, and joy.

I praise You for abundantly supplying all my needs

so that I can be a blessing to others.

In Jesus' Name, Amen.