Psalm 68:1 (KJV)
Let God arise, let his enemies be scattered: let them also that hate him flee before him.
Psalm 68 is a majestic and complex psalm attributed to King David, often considered a victory hymn celebrating God’s power and faithfulness. The Psalm vividly recalls God’s mighty presence in establishing Israel as a nation and fiercely fighting on her behalf. David utilized these powerful words in this Psalm because he recognized God as the Creator, embodying the essence of great power and strength. Our anchored Scripture encourages believers to trust in God’s might and to find confidence in His ability to bring justice and victory. It portrays a victorious and triumphant God capable of dispelling darkness, defeating evil, and protecting His people. Let God Arise is a powerful invocation for divine assistance, intervention, and triumph over adversaries without engaging in conflict. It underscores the absolute sovereignty of God and His unmatched ability to overcome any form of opposition. When He takes action, nothing can stand against Him. It’s a call to trust in His ability to overcome adversaries and bring justice. When we “let God arise” in our hearts, our fears, struggles, and adversaries—both internal and external—can lose their grip on us. When God rises, every form of torment in the lives of His children comes to an end.
Seeking God’s Presence and Protection in our daily lives is crucial. When we invite God into our lives, we ask Him to take control and eliminate anything that opposes His will and purpose for us. His intervention ends all forms of torment, and when He rises on our behalf, our problems are destroyed. By His power, our circumstances are changed, no matter how challenging. As God marches into battle, all obstacles are brought down. As children of God, we can draw inspiration from the ancient Israelites. They fervently cried “Arise O Lord” during their moments of trial. Similarly, as we navigate our own trials in the wilderness of life, we should seek God’s help and call upon Him to overcome the obstacles hindering our progress. Much like Moses prayed for God’s guidance and protection for the Israelites, we too can begin our day by asking for God’s Presence, removing any barriers or challenges we may encounter, and for His guidance along our journey. Psalm 118:7 says, “The Lord taketh my part with them that help me: therefore shall I see my desire upon them that hate me.” It is essential to acknowledge the presence of God to achieve genuine success and victory in life. Therefore, to conquer life’s challenges, we must relinquish reliance on our strength and abilities and allow God to contend on our behalf.
Beloved, each day is a new journey. Each situation propels you forward. Every morning invites you to move forward. Each night is a time to rest and rejuvenate. Completing a task is merely a brief pause in your ongoing journey. Let your progress be a continuous flow of prayers to God to arise. By actively worshiping and praising God, you can invoke His Presence, and in doing so, He will come to you personally to receive your adoration. Celebrate the assurance that His power scatters the “enemies” you face, whether they are doubts, fears, or external obstacles. No matter how daunting the circumstances or how formidable your adversaries are, the Lord will stand for you if you call upon Him with the assurance of triumph. Even during moments of peace, it’s crucial to stay vigilant and well-prepared, as the devil, resembling a prowling lion, is always primed to exploit any vulnerabilities. So, begin your day by seeking God’s Presence, asking Him to clear any hurdles or difficulties that may come your way and to lead you along the right path. Today, be fervent for God’s kingdom. Focus all thoughts on Him. Aim for His increase. Let Him be magnified, exalted, glorified. Remember, in your daily walk, let God arise so that your enemies will scatter and those who hate you will flee before the Lord.
O Lord, arise and favor me in the battle that my enemies are waging against my life and destiny in Jesus’ Name.