This post was written for Five Minute Friday
Word prompt--WORSHIP
Five minutes to free-write about it
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This week's prompt made me ponder how easy it is to worship when we're in a season of unexpected blessings, but not so much when the going gets rough and we find ourselves in a dark and scary place. And yet those are the times when we need worship the most.
Psalm 22:3 tells us that God inhabits the praises of His people. Praise ushers His presence into even the darkest of moments. It is a powerful weapon of spiritual warfare that confuses the enemy, and redirects our focus to God.
Many of my dark moments happen late at night when I am alone and there is no one to call at that hour. And then I remember that I am not really alone. God is with me, and I can call Him 24/7. His line is never busy, nor does He ever silence His cell phone.
I put on the praise music and worship along, and it's amazing how quickly my spirits are lifted and I'm seeing things in a whole different light.
I haven't heard that song for such a long time!
ReplyDeleteYou are right, worship makes a huge difference.
We need to remember to talk to God when things are going well, too! Prayers of thankfulness!
ReplyDeleteA beautiful solution to a sleepless night.
ReplyDeleteDon't be afraid.
ReplyDeleteHi Sandra~ What a beautiful song! It's funny how we can get stuck in our own darkness. I have to always remember that, God IS the Light! He's only a prayer away... 🙏 Hugs, Barb
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ReplyDeleteNighttime can bring on those feelings. That's why I'm so ready for the winter to be over. Literally and figuratively. Everything seems better when the sun is out. And you're so right about worship. My son has created some beautiful YouTube videos for worship. Here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/@tedslaughtermusic
ReplyDeleteI put these on and let them play in the background, day or night. I hope they bring you peace.
Yes, I 100% agree. I woke up this morning with Trust and Obey running through my mind and then "It is Well with MY Soul."
ReplyDeleteI thank the Lord for those words and music starting my day.
Sue
Oh I love that verse about God inhabiting the praise of his people! His presence is the best comfort when we choose to worship even when we feel alone and afraid. Visiting from FMF#14
ReplyDeleteWorship is easy when life is good, but harder in tough times—yet that’s when we need it most. I love how you said God’s line is never busy. Praise really does lift our spirits and bring His presence near. Thank you for sharing this encouragement! 🙏💙
ReplyDeleteLove and blessings, Sandra
Thanks for the reminder that God inhabits our praises, He is with us when we worship, especially when it's dark around us.
ReplyDeleteIt's so true that God is always there for us in the hard and dark times. Thanks for this post. Have a good day.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful song that was. I feel to play that often. I would hate to lose my lovely husband and be left alone, but I know that in Jesus we are never alone. One and God is a majority, and I will never forget my near death experience that revealed to me what lies ahead of this life for us. God bless you Sandra with all God has for us in Jesus.
ReplyDeleteIt is wonderfully healing when our spirit is uplifted.
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