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Read: 2 Chronicles 20:1-13
Listen: 2 Chronicles 20

For we have no power to face this vast army that is attacking us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you. 2 Chronicles 20:12b

Jehoshaphat, king of Judah, faces terrifying news. A vast army is coming to attack Judah, and the people are powerless to stop it. Fear spreads through the city. Instead of panicking or depending on his own strength, Jehoshaphat gathers the people to pray and seek God together. In his prayer, Jehoshaphat admits their weakness honestly. He knows they cannot save themselves. He chooses to trust God. While the situation looks impossible, the people fix their eyes on the Lord and wait for him to act.

We may never face an invading army, but we all face situations that leave us feeling helpless or hopeless. A broken relationship, depression, loneliness, financial stress, or shocking news from a doctor can feel bigger than we can handle. Often, we want to fix everything ourselves. But sometimes God allows us to reach the end of our own perceived strength so that we will fully depend on him. God does not ask us to have all the answers. He asks us to bring our weaknesses, fears, and needs to him. Like Jehoshaphat, we can admit, “I do not know what to do,” while choosing to keep our eyes on God.

PRAYER DAY #15: Read 2 Chronicles 20:12 slowly today. As you pray, sit with the words, “We do not know what to do.” Let this verse become your confession to God. Admit honestly where you feel powerless, afraid, overwhelmed, confused, or weak. Confess the ways you have tried to control a situation yourself or depended on your own strength instead of trusting God. Then confess that he alone is your help, wisdom, peace, and hope.