SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH PRAISE AND WORSHIP

SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH PRAISE AND WORSHIP

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Psalm 22:3

Key Verse:  “But thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel.” — Psalm 22:3 (KJV)

Supporting Texts: Acts 16:25-26, 2 Chronicles 20:21-22, Psalm 50:23, Isaiah 61:3, Psalm 34:1

Description: Praise and worship create an atmosphere that invites God’s presence and releases divine help.

INTRODUCTION
Praise and worship are not mere religious routines or musical expressions; they are powerful spiritual weapons ordained by God to secure divine intervention. Throughout Scripture, whenever God’s people lifted genuine praise, heaven responded with help, deliverance, and victory. Praise is a declaration of God’s greatness, while worship is the surrender of the heart to His supremacy.

Many believers pray and fast but neglect praise and worship, not realising that God often responds faster to praise than to petition. Praise shifts focus from the problem to the Problem-Solver, while worship enthrones God above every circumstance. When God is enthroned, help is inevitable.

This message reveals that praise and worship are divine keys that unlock supernatural help. When believers engage God with sincere praise and deep worship, chains break, battles turn, and divine assistance is released without struggle.

1.  PRAISE AND WORSHIP INVITE THE PRESENCE OF GOD
God’s presence is the greatest form of divine help, and praise is the pathway that invites Him.
Praise and worship create a spiritual environment where God manifests His power and authority.

a) God inhabits praise (Psalm 22:3)
When praise rises, God’s presence descends to take charge of situations.

b) Worship enthrones God over circumstances (Psalm 99:5)
True worship acknowledges God’s supremacy above every challenge.

c) God’s presence guarantees help (Exodus 33:14)
Where God’s presence is, divine assistance is assured.

d) Praise shifts spiritual atmosphere (Psalm 100:4)
Praise opens gates for divine visitation and intervention.

Biblical Example:
When the priests praised God at the dedication of Solomon’s temple, God’s glory filled the house and confirmed His presence (2 Chronicles 5:13-14).

2.  PRAISE AND WORSHIP RELEASE SUPERNATURAL DELIVERANCE
Praise does what human strength and weapons cannot accomplish.
When praise rises, God steps in as a warrior on behalf of His people.

a) Praise provokes divine action (2 Chronicles 20:22)
God moves when His people praise Him in faith.

b) Worship dismantles spiritual opposition (Psalm 149:6-9)
Praise executes judgment against spiritual enemies.

c) Praise turns captivity into freedom (Acts 16:25-26)
God responds to praise by breaking chains and opening doors.

d) Deliverance flows through joyful praise (Isaiah 61:3)
Praise replaces heaviness with liberty and victory.

Biblical Example:
Paul and Silas praised God in prison, and divine help arrived through an earthquake that brought freedom and salvation (Acts 16:25-34).

3.  PRAISE AND WORSHIP CONFUSE THE ENEMY AND WIN BATTLES
God uses praise as a divine strategy to defeat enemies without human struggle.
When praise goes ahead, God fights the battle.

a) Praise invites God to fight (Exodus 15:1-3)
God becomes a man of war when praised.

b) Worship disarms the enemy (Psalm 8:2)
Praise silences the adversary and the avenger.

c) Praise shifts battles from man to God (Psalm 20:7)
Victory is secured through trust in God, not human might.

d) God ambushes enemies through praise (2 Chronicles 20:22)
The enemy self-destructs when God intervenes.

Biblical Example:
Jehoshaphat appointed singers to praise God, and the enemy armies destroyed one another without Judah lifting a sword (2 Chronicles 20:21-24).

PRAISE AND WORSHIP SUSTAIN CONTINUAL DIVINE HELP
Praise is not only for victory but for sustaining God’s help daily.
A lifestyle of praise keeps the believer under divine covering.

a) Continuous praise secures continual help (Psalm 34:1)
Praise maintains divine presence at all times.

b) Worship deepens intimacy with God (John 4:23-24)
True worshippers enjoy constant access to God’s help.

c) Praise preserves spiritual sensitivity (Psalm 95:6-7)
Worship keeps the heart aligned with God.

d) Praise glorifies God and attracts blessings (Psalm 50:23)
God responds to praise with honour and salvation.

Biblical Example:
David maintained a lifestyle of praise, and God continually delivered him from all his enemies (Psalm 18:1-3).

CONCLUSION
Praise and worship are powerful spiritual instruments for securing divine help. When believers learn to praise God in all situations and worship Him in spirit and truth, they position themselves for supernatural intervention. God is attracted to praise, and where He dwells, help is inevitable.

As you cultivate a lifestyle of praise and worship, expect divine help to locate you speedily. Your praise will silence opposition, your worship will enthrone God, and your life will continually experience the help of the Almighty.

PRAYER POINTS
1. Father, teach me to praise You in every situation.
2. Lord, let my praise attract Your divine presence.
3. Every heaviness in my life, turn to praise and joy.
4. Father, release divine help as I worship You.
5. Every chain in my life, break by the power of praise.
6. Lord, fight my battles as I lift Your name.
7. Let my praise silence every enemy of my destiny.
8. Father, make praise my lifestyle.
9. Holy Spirit, stir genuine worship in my heart.
10. From today, let my praise secure continual divine help.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS
1. You shall experience divine help through praise and worship.
2. God’s presence shall rest permanently upon your life.
3. Every chain holding you is breaking now.
4. Your praise shall confuse and defeat your enemies.
5. You shall enjoy supernatural deliverance without struggle.
6. God shall fight your battles for you.
7. Your worship shall open doors no man can shut.
8. Joy and victory shall never depart from your life.
9. Your praise shall attract continual divine intervention.
10. From today, your life shall testify of God’s help and glory.