DCLM Higher Everyday 21 March 2026 — The Possibilities Of Praises

DCLM Higher Everyday 21 March 2026 Devotional by Pastor W. F. Kumuyi — The Possibilities Of Praises

Topic: The Possibilities Of Praises

Text: 2 Chronicles 20:20 – 27

20And they rose early in the morning, and went forth into the wilderness of Tekoa: and as they went forth, Jehoshaphat stood and said, Hear me, O Judah, and ye inhabitants of Jerusalem; Believe in the LORD your God, so shall ye be established; believe his prophets, so shall ye prosper.

21And when he had consulted with the people, he appointed singers unto the LORD, and that should praise the beauty of holiness, as they went out before the army, and to say, Praise the LORD; for his mercy endureth for ever.

22And 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.

23For the children of Ammon and Moab stood up against the inhabitants of mount Seir, utterly to slay and destroy them: and when they had made an end of the inhabitants of Seir, every one helped to destroy another.

24And when Judah came toward the watch tower in the wilderness, they looked unto the multitude, and, behold, they were dead bodies fallen to the earth, and none escaped.

25And when Jehoshaphat and his people came to take away the spoil of them, they found among them in abundance both riches with the dead bodies, and precious jewels, which they stripped off for themselves, more than they could carry away: and they were three days in gathering of the spoil, it was so much.

26And on the fourth day they assembled themselves in the valley of Berachah; for there they blessed the LORD: therefore the name of the same place was called, The valley of Berachah, unto this day.

27Then they returned, every man of Judah and Jerusalem, and Jehoshaphat in the forefront of them, to go again to Jerusalem with joy; for the LORD had made them to rejoice over their enemies.

Key Verse: “And when Jehoshaphat and his people came to take away the spoil of them, they found among them in abundance… and they were three days in gathering of the spoil, it was so much” (2 Chronicles 20:25)

Message

“When praises ascend to heaven, then wonders descend” is a popular saying among Pentecostal Churches. The account of 2 Chronicles 20:20-27 illustrates the possibilities of praises and manifestation of God’s presence to identify with His children to bless them. King Jehoshaphat and the people of Judah were faced with an intimidating and relentless enemy, but instead of giving in to fear, they chose to trust God and praise His name. God in response did wonders on their behalf, causing confusion among their enemies and granting His people victory.

Also Read: DCLM Higher Everyday 20 March  2025 – The Possibilities Of Faith

The case of Paul and Silas in Acts 16:25 also serves as a reminder to believers that genuine praise often precedes great manifestations of God’s intervention in the affairs of His people whereby, He grants them desired victories. Praising God shifts our focus from our challenges to the greatness of God. Praises not only magnify God but invite His presence into our situations. Surround yourself with the atmosphere of praise and witness great possibilities in your life. However, praising God has to be accompanied with a holy life for it to be effective.

Quote: He grants them desired victories

Challenge: In every circumstance, praise God.

Prayer for today: Dear Lord, give me a heart that will praise You always.

GOSPEL REALM: STEPS TO SALVATION
1. Admit that you are a sinner. "For all [humans] have sinned, and comes short of the glory of God....[and] the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord" (Romans 3:23)
2. Repent now. "Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out ...[for] if we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness " (Acts 3:19, 1 John 1:9)
3. Believe that God loves you and Jesus died for you. "God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet Sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8)
4. Invite Jesus into your life through prayer of faith. Jesus says, "Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me" (Revelation 3:20)