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THE FAST OF JEHOSHAPHAT AND JUDAH

What if you were told a vast army is about to attack you and the people you love? What would you do? Panic, plan or try to talk your way out? Jehoshaphat knew exactly what to do: call all of Judah to come together to fast and pray before the Lord. Others might sharpen their weapons or strategize their battle plan. Not Jehoshaphat...he called an army of intercessors. Why? The king knew that the collective prayer of the people would honor God and show their dependence and commitment to Him.

The people of Judah proclaimed together that they had no power to face this vast army that was going to attack. They had no idea what to do, but their eyes were on God. Jehoshaphat and Judah had faith that the Lord would deliver them, even though they didn't know how. They confidently marched into war singing songs of praise. Before they reached the battleground, God had caused their opposition to turn on each other and all were dead. God delivered them from their enemies and the kingdom of Jehoshaphat was at peace, for God had given them rest on every side!

When times get tough what will be your first response? Will you worry, ruminate over your reaction, devise a solution, or will you inquire of the Lord?