Lecture Notes on the Power of Praise and Proclamation
Key Points
Introduction
Focus on the sixth point: Applying the power of jubilant praise and bold proclamation.
Scripture Reference
Jeremiah 31:7:
"Sing with gladness for Jacob and shout among the chief of the nations, proclaim, give praise and say, O Lord, save Your people, the remnant of Israel."
Important elements mentioned: Praise, Proclaim, Pray.
The Importance of Prayer
Definition: Prayer is asking God to save His people, aligning with His revealed purpose.
God's Commitment: He will not act until He is inquired for action (Ezekiel 36:37).
Purpose of Prayer: To discover and align with God's purposes found in Scripture.
Example: Virgin Mary's response to the angel: "Be it unto me according to thine."
Persistence in Prayer:
Importance of persistence; examples of long-term prayers (e.g., 10 years).
Tests faith versus unbelief.
Jesus emphasizes the need for persistence in prayer (Luke 18:1).
The Power of Praise
Psalm 102:18: Prophecy of the restoration of Zion, emphasizing creation of a people committed to praise.
Charismatic Movement: Seen as the beginning of a new level of praise.
Psalm 8: David talks about ordained strength and perfected praise, which silences the enemy (Matthew 21:16).
Purpose of Praise: To silence Satan's accusations.
Importance of genuine and pure-hearted praise:
Changes the atmosphere and opens hearts.
Revelation: Praise can impose silence on the enemy.
The Power of Proclamation
Definition: Proclaiming is akin to being a herald, sharing the truth of God's Word.
Contrast with False Proclamation: The strength of Islam's proclamation has created darkness; believers must counter with true proclamation.
Example of Proclamation:
Deuteronomy 33:25: Proclaiming strength and God’s promises.
2 Corinthians 9:8: Proclaiming God's grace and sufficiency.
Regular proclamation builds faith and dispels fear of lack.
Requirements for Victory in Spiritual Conflict
Revelation 12:11: Believers overcame Satan directly through:
The Blood of the Lamb
The Word of Their Testimony
Commitment: Not loving their lives to the death.
Nature of Overcomers:
They prioritize God's will over their lives; uncommitted Christians pose no threat to Satan.
Conclusion: True commitment and active proclamation lead to overcoming Satan and fulfilling God's purposes.