Devotional by Christian Thompson, 2019 graduate of Tower of Hope Ministries
Reference: Isaiah 37:1-38:22 NLT
In today’s One Year Bible reading we continue learning about how God delivered King Hezekiah after he is threatened by the King of Assyria, the self proclaimed, “Great Conqueror.”
King Hezekiah demonstrated what to do when you are faced with “Great Threats.” We can learn several things from his response:
- King Hezekiah immediately went to God in prayer when faced with this great threat.
- In his prayer, he exalted God for who He is, greater than any false god or earthly power.
- He asked God to listen to his request and presented it before God.
- He remembered God’s power and put God in His proper place which gave him confidence and peace.
- He asked his request with the intention to give God all the glory.
Whether your “Great Threat” is the effects of childhood trauma, generational curses, financial issues, or fear, we can use this model of prayer to find our deliverance.
In chapter 37, verses 36-38 we see how God delivered them. The Angel of the Lord went out and killed 185,000 of the Assyrian army! Then the king was killed by his own sons. In one blow, God defeated this enemy. We know He can and will do the same for us when we trust in Him.
Prayer:
Dear Lord, thank You for being the All Powerful God. There is no one like you or anyone stronger than you. All of my enemies melt like wax before you. I will trust You to deliver me like you did King Hezekiah when I come to you with my issues. No matter how big the enemy is, it is no match for You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.