Let God arise, let his enemies be scattered: let them also that hate him flee before him ~ Psalms 68:1.
Introduction
Let’s get this straight from the onset: our God is very very powerful (Psalms 62:11). He rules by His power forever, and His eyes behold the nations (Psalm 66:7). All He needs to do is arise and speak, and His counsel will stand fast (Psalm 33:8-9). No wonder Jesus said God is even able to raise up children out of stones (Matthew 3:9).
God’s plan for your life is far greater than your ability. Your strength, or anything you have for that matter, is not capable of sponsoring it. Even the diversity of your human connections cannot bring about its full manifestation. It is impossible, therefore, to excel on earth without His supernatural assistance.
Happily, God is more than ready to help us all the way through our journeys in life (Ephesians 3:20). This is an exciting piece of news for all those who truly want to fulfill their glorious destinies on earth.
Though God doesn’t always “explain” Himself on all particular issues of our lives, and it appears as if we’re sometimes left to search for what is not missing, we must still keep trusting and walking with Him by faith like Jacob did (Genesis 37:33-34). He will surely arise for our help, and redeem us for His mercies’ sake (Psalm 44:26).
Ordinarily, to arise means, “to become apparent, to be stirred up, to stand up and be prepared for action”. But, in the particular context that David used it here, “arise” is certainly a powerful word in the lexicon of supplication: “Let God arise”.
David found himself in a critical situation when his enemies were increasing daily, and they concluded that even God could not help him. However, he beseeched God to arise for him. God helped him and defeated his strong enemies (Psalm 3:1-4).
If Peter had kept quiet when he began to sink when the wind became boisterous, he would have drowned. He cried unto the Lord, and Jesus immediately stretched out His hand, caught him and saved him (Matt. 14:26-31). God is waiting to arise for you today, if you will only call upon Him.
It’s quite important to note that the phrase, "Let God Arise", didn’t start with David in Psalm 68. It was first used by Moses during the wilderness journeys of the Israelites (Numbers 10:35). It was then a cry for change and progress towards the Land of Promise.
God’s people should never be ashamed to cry to Him whenever the occasion arises, or when the issues of our lives require His attention. No matter the situation, we should determine to cry out to God. When we do, He will certainly arise and give us beautiful testimonies of total victory. Amen.
When God Arises
David was so confident that anytime God arises, His enemies scatter (Psalm 68:1). In this assurance, as in all of God’s promises, should we also root our confidence (Isaiah 41:10-13). When God arises, His children cannot but rejoice (Psalm 68:1-3).
For the avoidance of doubt, the enemies of God in your life include sin, Satan, afflictions, poverty, troubles, delays, arrested development, diseases, rebellion, hard-heartedness, unbelief, disobedience, lukewarmness and any such things that compete for the glory of God in your life.
When God arises, stagnation comes to an end as God makes a way where there was no way (Exodus 3:1-5; 14:1-28). When He arises, every blockade the enemy arranged against your destiny is removed (Joshua 5:13-6:20), and any Goliath terrorizing your life goes down for it (1 Samuel 17:1-51).
When God arises, mountains skip like rams (Psalms 114:6; 2 Kings 4:1-7), and crooked paths become straightened (Luke 13:10-13). When He arises, joy becomes an overflow, as it happened at the wedding in Cana (John 5:1-10).
When God arises for an individual, a family, or even a nation, every form of fear disappears (Acts 4:31). Chains aimed at preventing the fulfillment of God’s plan are broken (Acts 16:16-30). And yes, all those that are against you and your destiny will be in serious trouble when God arises.
Letting God Arise
Basically, God arises when we set ourselves to start doing things His way (Isaiah 55:8-12). Happily, God’s ways are copiously found in God’s Word as proclaimed in His sanctuary (Psalm 77:13).
Over the years, we’ve learnt that if we praise God in everything, He will arise for us in every situation. Paul and Silas did so in their prison experiences, and God showed up for them. God truly inhabits the praises of His people (Psalm 22:3). We must praise Him, always.
Furthermore, our fervent prayers of faith move God to arise on our behalf (James 4:2; 5:16). Our humble cry to God for help certainly provokes Him to arise for us (Psalms 50:14-15). But, if we keep managing the situations by ourselves, God’s help may be far away from our reach.
Why try to handle what is drowning you? Why not cry out for God’s help like Peter did (Psalm 44:26)? Humble yourself before God, and cry out to Him for help. He is the Very Present Help in times of trouble (Psalm 46:1).
Again, our readiness to observe other ordinances of faith — unusual offerings, a lifestyle of righteousness and implicit obedience to the Will of God — goes very far in expressing our total dependence on God, and how much we value His mercy. Thus, they arouse God to stand for our help (Psalm 84:11).
Finally, we must get ready for exciting experiences when we ask God to arise. He could lead us into spiritual encounters that will stretch our faith to the maximum and downright amaze us. He may even lead us into brand new territories of His promises, just as He did for the Israelites.
As I see it, the most glorious season of your life till date is just beginning. Nothing is ever too late with God. Times and seasons are in His hands. God will yet arise and help you spiritually, maritally, financially, mentally and in all that concerns you. You will still blossom roundabout, and be so exceedingly fruitful. Even your mockers will come to congratulate you.
Life without the God who arises is just plainly unpalatable. Moreover, when God moves, we must join Him in His Glory Cloud, or else we will be exposed to the scorching heat of the sun, with no manna from above nor waters from the Rock.
Let God arise! Let’s sanctify Him in our hearts by making room for Jesus Christ in our lives (John 3:16; Romans 10:9-10). He will begin to arise for us, and we will start to enjoy His presence, provision, protection, power and purpose.
Friends and brethren, God will send unimaginable help to you, soon. Everything blocking your path to progress will be utterly destroyed, and all your enemies will be in disarray, in Jesus name (Judges 14:5-6). Amen. Happy Sunday!
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Bishop Taiwo Akinola,
Rhema Christian Church,
Otta, Ogun State, Nigeria.
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