“A Song Of THANKS!”

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SCRIPTURE: 2 Samuel 22 / Psalm 18

SHOW NOTES: We all experience days when words of praise just don’t roll off our tongue. In our Scriptures today, David gives us examples for how we can approach those times when life is difficult and when it seems too hard for our lips to praise the Lord. In 2 Samuel 22 & Psalm 18, we see two versions of the same account in David’s life.

The book of 2 Samuel is set in an historical framework but each of these chapters is written as Hebrew poetry. David declares, “I love you, O Lord, my strength.”

He knows he can cry out of God. The Lord will rescue His children from their strong enemies. These words from a hymn penned over 150 years ago are filled with truth … “When all around my soul gives way, He then is all my hope and stay … On Christ the Solid Rock I stand, all other ground is sinking sand.” He is my rock and my salvation.

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SCRIPTURE: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30

SHOW NOTES: In this story found in 2 Chronicles 20, King Jehoshaphat has just received bad news. “A great multitude is coming against you from Edom – the Moabites and Ammonites. In fact, they are assembled at Engedi.” The king responded with fear, a natural human emotion, however, he turned his face to the Lord and he called the people of Judah to fast. They gathered together in the temple court and cried out to God in despair. “Oh, Lord, we do not know what to do but our eyes are on You!” The Lord sent a specific message and assured the king and his people that God would win the battle for them. “You will not need to fight in this battle. Stand firm, hold your position, and see the salvation of the Lord on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem.” Jehoshaphat commands the temple worship leaders to march in front of the army as they go out to meet the approaching enemy.

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SCRIPTURE: Psalm 150

SHOW NOTES: When we praise God, no matter what our circumstances may be, we actively demonstrate our trust in the Lord. He is worthy of our praise – pull out the instruments, sit down at the piano, sing the words of Scripture. Let the Lord know it is your heart’s desire to praise Him for His mighty deeds and His excellent greatness! It is our prayer that you will be encouraged to praise the Lord this week – Happy Thanksgiving!

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SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 7:14; 9:1-7

SHOW NOTES: This podcast season has drawn our hearts toward praise for the Lord and over the next few weeks, let’s grow to adore Him more. The Lord Himself came to dwell among us and save us from our sins. Our world is filled with darkness, but Jesus came to bring LIGHT into the world. Isaiah writes, “His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace.” As we meditate on these 4 names, our hearts will swell with hope and we will desire to Adore the One who offers these blessings to His children. Remember, even in the darkest hour of night or the darkest of times, there is a LIGHT from God that changes everything. And, we choose to turn our eyes to the Lord in praise and adoration.

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SCRIPTURE: Luke 1:5-56

SHOW NOTES: Under the direction of God and in His perfect plan … the announcements of two births will shake the nation of Israel and the world! Two cousins will become mothers. One an older woman who has lived a righteous life and the other a young virgin, engaged to be married … both hand-picked by God to fulfill His promises of the coming Messiah. How amazing! Elizabeth rejoices in God’s good gift. And Mary offers words of adoration to the Lord, “Oh, how my soul praises the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior! For the Mighty One has done great things for me; and holy is His name.” Friends, we encourage you to take time this week to rejoice in the work God is doing in your heart and life. Praise His holy name and speak words of adoration to the Lord!

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SCRIPTURE: Matthew 1:17-24

SHOW NOTES: Have you considered Joseph’s story? Most often we turn to Luke 1 and read Mary’s account. God sovereignly chose Mary and Joseph to serve as the earthly parents of the God-Man, Jesus. Matthew informs the reader that Joseph was a righteous man and he had a tender heart. Caught in confusion, hurt, and disappointment, he had decided to quietly divorce Mary and he did not want to bring harm to her. God sent an angel to Joseph and gave him clear instructions, “Do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife. For the Child within her was conceived by the Holy Spirit … and you will name him Jesus.” Joseph heard this message and he obeyed the Lord.

“O come let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.” We hope you are singing words of adoration to the Lord each and every day. He is worthy of our praise! (You are invited to listen to the song we have linked below.)