9th March 2026

Help Starts WIth Prayer

Jehoshaphat feared,

and set himself to seek the Lord.

2 Chronicles 20:3

Today's Bible Reading:2 Chronicles 20:1–12.

When times of trouble come, it is a very natural thing to pray. Jehoshaphat, an experienced national leader in ancient Israel, prayed too during a crisis. Three nations had united against him, and they were coming to attack his people. Although he had more than two decades of experience, he decided to ask God what to do. He prayed, “[We] will cry out to you in our affliction, and you will hear us and save us” (2 Chronicles 20:9). He also asked for guidance, saying, “We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you” (v 12).

Jehoshaphat’s humble approach to the challenge opened his heart to God’s involvement, which came in the form of encouragement and divine intervention (v 15-17 & 22). No matter how much experience we have in certain areas, praying for help and guidance develops a holy reliance on God. It reminds us that He knows more than we do, and He is ultimately in control. It puts us in a humble place—a place where He is pleased to respond and support us, no matter what the outcome may be.

Prayer: Dear God, thank You for listening and responding to prayer. I worship You as the all-knowing, all-powerful God. Please help me in each challenge I face today. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.