The cry of victory to God
Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, June 21, 2023
Psalm 3:1–8 (NKJV) “Lord, how they have increased who trouble me! Many are They who rise up against me2 Many are They who say of me, “There is no help for him in God.” Selah But You, O Lord, are a shield for me, My glory and the One who lifts up my head4 I cried to the Lord with my voice, And He heard me from His holy hill. Selah I lay down and slept. I awoke, for the Lord sustained me. I will not be afraid of ten thousand people.
Who has set themselves against me all around? 7 Arise, O Lord; Save me, O my God! You have struck all my enemies on the cheekbone.You have broken the teeth of the ungodly. 8 Salvation belongs to the Lord. Your blessing is upon Your people. Selah"
INTRODUCTION
The cry of victory to God represents the acknowledgment of divine intervention and the recognition of God's power and grace. In many cultures, this cry is also seen to express gratitude and thankfulness for the blessings received.
David was running away from his son, Absolom because Absolom had rebelled against him and sought to overthrow him as king. This led to a civil war within Israel, with David's forces ultimately emerging victorious.
The psalmist's experience of crying out to the Lord and receiving His help is a testimony of God's power and faithfulness. It reminds us that we can trust in God's ability to protect and save us, even in the face of overwhelming opposition.
David's experience in this passage highlights the power of prayer and trust in God. He was heard and sustained by calling out to the Lord, even in the face of great opposition. This serves as a reminder that we can turn to God in times of trouble and find strength and salvation through Him. King David's confidence in God's ability to defeat his enemies shows us that we can have faith that God will fight for us and bring about victory.
All that needs to be expressed is the power of prayer and trust in God's protection. By calling out to the Lord, David was able to find comfort and assurance that his enemies would be defeated. In this regard, relying on our strength may not always be enough, but turning to God can give us the strength and courage we need to face any challenge.
After hearing David's prayer, God caused Absalom's plans to be frustrated, which ultimately led to his defeat and death. This serves as a reminder that when we trust in God and seek His help, He can bring about miraculous outcomes beyond our own abilities.
1. ACKNOWLEDGE AND KNOW YOUR ENEMIES
Once you acknowledge the presence of your enemies, remember to turn to God for guidance and support in overcoming them. With faith and perseverance, we can conquer even the most daunting obstacles in our lives.
Lord, how many are my enemies? How many revolts against me? Many are saying of me, 'God will not deliver him.' But you, Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high. I call out to the Lord, and he answers me from his holy mountain. I lie down and sleep; I wake again because the Lord sustains me. I will not fear, though tens of thousands assail me on every side.
God can hear us from the holy mountain and provide us with the strength and protection we need to overcome any adversity. We can trust in His unfailing love and mercy to guide us through even the darkest of times.
"For on My holy mountain, on the mountain height of Israel,” says the Lord God, “there all the house of Israel, all of them in the land, shall serve Me; there I will accept them, and there I will require your offerings and the first fruits of your sacrifices, together with all your holy things. Ezekiel 20:40 (NKJV)
What do you do when you know your enemies? Run to God for protection and guidance.
This verse from Ezekiel reminds us that God desires our worship and devotion and promises to accept us when we come to Him. It is a comforting reminder that no matter what challenges we face, we can always turn to God for strength and guidance.
"There I will accept them, and there I will require your offerings and the first fruits of your sacrifices, together with all your holy things." What is the implication of this verse from Ezekiel? This verse implies that God desires not only our worship and devotion but also our offerings and sacrifices. It shows that giving to God is an important aspect of our relationship with Him and that He will accept and bless us when we give with a sincere heart.
"I will bring them to My holy mountain and make them joyful in My house of prayer. Their burnt offerings and sacrifices will be accepted on My altar, for My house will be called a house of prayer for all the nations." Isaiah 56:7
Isaiah says that the inclusivity of God's house of prayer welcomes people from all nations to come and worship Him. It reminds us that God's love and grace are available to everyone who seeks Him with a sincere heart.
2. THE LORD BREAKS THE JAWS OF YOUR ENEMIES.
He delivers you from the hands of those who hate you. This verse from Psalm 58:6 emphasizes God's protection and deliverance for His people against their enemies. It shows that God is a powerful defender who fights for His beloved ones.
The Lord is the one to shatter their teeth, but how? He does so through His divine power and sovereignty, showing that no enemy can stand against Him. This verse also serves as a reminder that we can trust in God's protection and deliverance, even in the face of adversity.
What example do we have in the Bible that shows God breaking the jaws of his enemies?
One example in the Bible of God breaking the jaws of His enemies is found in Judges 15:14–17, where Samson defeated the Philistines with the jawbone of a donkey. This story demonstrates God's power and willingness to use unconventional means to protect His people. This demonstrates God's ability to use unconventional means to achieve victory and deliverance for His people.
“So I will deliver you from the hand of the wicked, And I will redeem you from the grasp of the violent.” In Jeremiah 15:21, we investigate God's commitment to protecting His people from their enemies, using whatever means necessary. It also shows that God's protection and deliverance extend beyond physical battles to include spiritual and emotional struggles as well.
3. VICTORY BELONGS TO GOD.
He can use even the weakest and most unexpected individuals to achieve it. The story of David and Goliath in 1 Samuel 17 is a perfect example of this, as God used a young shepherd boy armed with only a sling and stones to defeat a giant warrior.
As Kind David prayed to God, and He answered him and gave him victory, we should seek victory over our enemies, physically, spiritually, and emotionally, through the means of prayer. If God is committed to giving victory to those who trust in Him, we too need to be committed and have constant communication with God if we are to achieve the victory needed.
It is important to remember that victory may not always come in the way we expect or desire, but we can trust that God's plan is ultimately for our good. Therefore, we must have faith and trust in Him even when the battle seems impossible to win.
We should also be willing to put in the effort and act toward achieving victory while trusting that God will guide us in the right direction. Through a combination of prayer and action, we can overcome our enemies and achieve true victory.
PRAYER POINTS
1. Asking for strength.
2. Guidance and wisdom to make the right decisions.
3. Surrendering our fears and doubts to God.
4. Ask for the courage to persevere through difficult times
5. Humility to recognize that victory may come in unexpected ways.
