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Praise Party

Celebration time!  The wall repairs were done.  It only took 52 days to complete and with any good building project, there had to be a dedication.  After all, the Israelites wanted to celebrate what God did in making this all happen!

Picture the scene for the dedication.  All the leaders of Judah got on top of the wall.  There was not one, but two large choirs singing and giving thanks. 

“And on that day they offered great sacrifices, rejoicing because God had given them great joy. The women and children also rejoiced. The sound of rejoicing in Jerusalem could be heard far away.”

Nehemiah 12:43

They had a lot to celebrate!  They overcame attackers, naysayers, building delays, and accidents. God was the only one who could have made this happen, and they wanted him to get the glory.  

We, too, can have a praise party even before that final brick is laid.  Bringing praise in the middle of our struggles is what the Lord desires of us.  It’s putting Him first and relying on Him to fight our battles for us.  

As you walk in your healing journey, let the praise begin right now.  Thank Him for the healing that is to come.  Give a shout of hallelujah for the extra energy and strength He will provide. Thank Him that He will never leave or forsake you in this journey.  Speak aloud in joy that He is El Roi, the God who sees your affliction, hears your cries and is there for you.

You can start the party early before your healing is complete. Songs of praise are what can encourage you during your day.  Praise changes our mindset from our illness to Jehovah Rapha, our Healer.  So, pick an awesome worship song to sing praise to our King.  The choir is warming up in the distance, but you can start your singing now.

Questions:

1.  What are some worship songs that minister to your heart? 

2.  How can singing praises in the midst of your struggles help change your focus?

3. What are some things that you can say to God right now to praise Him?