Peace Through Praise

The Lord provided for King David and his army captains a weapon that neither earthly nor heavenly foe could overcome. It was the weapon of praise and worship unto the Lord.

“David and the captains of the army separated for the service some of the sons of Asaph, of Heman, and of Jeduthun, who should prophesy with harps, stringed instruments, and cymbals.” [1]

These musicians prophesied with their instruments. They drew their inspiration for music composition from the Holy Spirit. Heman wrote Psalm 88. Asaph wrote Psalms 50, 73-83. Jeduthun directed the music for Psalms 39, 62, and 77.

“The sons of Heman the king’s seer in the Words of God, to exalt His horn. For God gave Heman 14 sons and 3 daughters. All these were under the direction of their father for the music in the house of the Lord, with cymbals, stringed instruments, and harps, for the service of the house of God. Asaph, Jeduthun, and Heman were under the authority of the king. So the number of them, with their brethren who were instructed in the songs of the Lord, all who were skillful, was 288.” [2]

These songwriters of the Lord, sung of the Lord’s guidance. They sung of His faithfulness to those who trust in Him. His justice! Rest! Waiting patiently for God until He acts! Not fretting because it only causes harm. Inheriting the earth! Enjoying an abundance of peace! [3]

What does the Lord do when the wicked plots to hurt His servants. “The Lord laughs at him, for He sees that his day is coming.” [4]

The songwriters of the Lord, sing of God providing abundantly for those who do what is right. “I have been young, and now am old; yet I have not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his descendants begging bread. He is ever merciful and lends; and his descendants are blessed.” [5]

The songwriters of the Lord, sing of the good speech God gives his servants due to His Law being in their hearts. The Lord gives His servants victories over unlawful lawfare.

“The mouth of the righteous speaks wisdom, and his tongue talks of justice. The Law of his God is in his heart; none of his steps shall slide. The wicked watches the righteous and seeks to slay him. The Lord will not leave him in his hand, nor condemn him when he is judged.” [6]

The songwriters of the Lord, sing of the sudden disappearance of the proud troublemaker and of the peace of the man who did what was right. “I have seen the wicked in great power and spreading himself like a native green tree. Yet he passed away, and behold, he was no more; indeed, I sought him, but he could not be found. Mark the blameless man and observe the upright; for the future of that man is peace.” [7]

The songwriters of the Lord, sing of the Lord’s salvation, and of His strength. “The salvation of the righteous is from the Lord; He is their strength in the time of trouble.” [8]

The songwriters of the Lord, sing their prayers to the Lord: “Do not forsake me, O Lord; O my God, be not far from me! Make haste to help me, O Lord, my salvation!” [9]

The words and thoughts of the Lord yield good physical, mental, and emotional health. “There is one who speaks like the piercings of a sword, but the tongue of the wise promotes health.” “Counselors of peace have joy.” [10]

Many battles have been lost due to soldiers losing confidence and being overcome by panic. The Lord reminds His warriors that right makes might. Our goal is to glorify the Lord!

“Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” [11]

The songwriters of the Lord, sing of confidence in His deliverance such as Paul wrote about: “Don’t be frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a sign to them that they will be destroyed, but that you will be saved—and that by God.” [12]

The songwriters of the Lord, sing of the sweetness of His amazing grace, of His deep love, and of His fellowship divine such as Paul wrote about: “The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. Amen.” [13]

“The weapons of our warfare are not carnal (of the flesh) but are mighty in God for the pulling down of strongholds.” As we worship God, He fights our battles for us. “Now when they began to sing and to praise, the Lord set ambushes against the people of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir, who had come against Judah; and they were defeated.” [14] Peace through praise!

[1] 1 Chronicles 25:1
[2] 1 Chronicles 25:5-7
[3] Psalm 37:3-11
[4] Psalm 37:12-13
[5] Psalm 37:25-26
[6] Psalm 37:30-33
[7] Psalm 37:35-37
[8] Psalm 37:39
[9] Psalm 38:21-22
[10] Proverbs 12:18, 20
[11] Psalm 46:10
[12] Philippians 1:28
[13] 2 Corinthians 13:14
[14] 2 Corinthains 10:4; 2 Chronicles 20:22