Victory Through Praise

VICTORY THROUGH PRAISE

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: 2 Chronicles 20:20-22

Key Verse: “And when they began to sing and to praise, the Lord set ambushments against the children of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir, which were come against Judah; and they were smitten.” (2 Chronicles 20:22 KJV)

Supporting Texts: Acts 16:25-26, Psalm 149:6-9, Joshua 6:20, Psalm 67:5-7

INTRODUCTION:

Praise is not just a song or dance; it is a spiritual weapon of warfare. The power of praise lies in its ability to shift the focus from the problem to the greatness of God. When believers choose to praise God in the midst of battles, they provoke heaven’s intervention and disarm the enemy.

Throughout Scripture, God’s people gained victories not merely through weapons of war but through the mystery of praise. Praise has the power to release divine ambushes against the enemy, to open prison doors, and to bring down fortified walls.

In our daily lives, praise is a declaration of faith. It tells God that we trust Him even before the victory is seen. It is a prophetic act that moves situations from defeat to triumph, from sorrow to joy, and from limitation to breakthroughs.

1. PRAISE INVITES THE PRESENCE OF GOD

Where God’s presence dwells, no enemy can stand.

a) God inhabits the praises of His people (Psalm 22:3): Praise creates an atmosphere for His presence.

b) His presence drives away fear and opposition (Exodus 33:14): When God is with you, you cannot fail.

c) Praise draws heaven’s attention to your situation (Psalm 100:4): Entering with thanksgiving grants access to divine solutions.

d) The presence of God releases supernatural power (Psalm 16:11): Joy and victory flow in His presence.

Biblical Example: The Ark of God in David’s time was surrounded with praise, and wherever it was welcomed, blessings followed (2 Samuel 6:14-15).

2. PRAISE DESTROYS STRONGHOLDS AND CHAINS

Praise has the power to break the strongest chains and limitations of life.

a) Praise brings down walls of opposition (Joshua 6:20): The walls of Jericho collapsed after Israel’s shout of praise.

b) Praise opens prison doors (Acts 16:25-26): Paul and Silas praised God in prison, and every chain was loosed.

c) Praise breaks the power of the enemy (Psalm 149:6-9): High praises bind kings and execute judgment on the adversary.

d) Praise turns mourning into joy (Isaiah 61:3): The garment of praise destroys the spirit of heaviness.

Biblical Example: Paul and Silas praised God at midnight, and God shook the foundations of the prison, granting them miraculous deliverance (Acts 16:25-26).

3. PRAISE IS AN EXPRESSION OF FAITH

When we praise, we declare our trust in God before the victory appears.

a) Praise is thanking God in advance (Philippians 4:6): Faith thanks before receiving.

b) Praise magnifies God above the problem (Psalm 34:1-3): What you magnify becomes bigger in your life.

c) Praise proves dependence on God (Habakkuk 3:17-19): Even in lack, the righteous still rejoice in God.

d) Praise invites God to act (Hebrews 11:6): Faith-filled praise moves the hand of God.

Biblical Example: Jehoshaphat praised God even before the battle started, and God gave them victory without them fighting (2 Chronicles 20:20-22).

4. PRAISE PRODUCES SUPERNATURAL BREAKTHROUGHS

God uses the power of praise to release what human strength cannot achieve.

a) Praise multiplies blessings (Psalm 67:5-7): When people praise, the earth yields increase.

b) Praise releases divine favour (Acts 2:47): The early church grew and prospered as they lived in praise.

c) Praise causes battles to turn into testimonies (Exodus 15:1-2): Moses and Israel praised God after crossing the Red Sea.

d) Praise provokes revival and victory (Habakkuk 3:2): Worship stirs God’s mighty works in a new dimension.

Biblical Example: Hannah praised God after Samuel’s birth (1 Samuel 2:1-10), and her testimony became a generational breakthrough.

CONCLUSION:

Victory does not always come through weapons, strategies, or human wisdom. Sometimes God requires us to simply lift up a song of praise. Praise is the language of faith and the key to supernatural victory. Through praise, walls fall, chains break, and enemies scatter.

No matter the battles or trials you face, choose to praise God. Your midnight season can become your morning of victory when your lips are filled with praise. Praise is the bridge between your battle and your breakthrough.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Lord, give me a heart of unceasing praise.

2. Father, let my praise invite Your presence into every situation of my life.

3. Lord, let every wall of opposition in my life collapse through praise.

4. Father, release Your power through my praise to silence my enemies.

5. Lord, turn every chain and prison in my life into testimonies of freedom.

6. Father, help me to praise You in faith even when I do not yet see the answer.

7. Lord, let my praise multiply blessings in my family and destiny.