Hello, Friend. Bob Perry here. Are you ready to seek God’s help to overcome your hardships?

As a young adult, I underwent a powerful transformation through faith. I dug deep into the inspiring stories of men and women in scripture who boldly praised God, even in adversity. This revelation challenged the constant complaining I was surrounded by and profoundly impacted my outlook on life.

Through my continued study of the Bible, I discovered a profound truth: significant hardships often arise in environments filled with negativity and complaints. But here's the key-embrace the transformative power of praise. It has the potential to bring about monumental breakthroughs in your life, empowering you to overcome even the most daunting of hardships.

Acts 16 recounts the incredible story of Paul and Silas, who, despite their dire circumstances, dedicated themselves to joy in worship and singing hymns to God. Their praise was so mighty that it triggered a massive earthquake, shaking the prison to its core and setting everyone free.

Even in their moments of pain and suffering, Paul and Silas made a conscious choice to offer praise to God. Their determination and faith in God's power led to a miraculous response-God shook the very foundations of the prison and delivered everyone there from captivity. This should inspire us all to make the same choice in our own hardships.

So, my friend, let’s commit to praising God. Let’s confidently lift our voices and hearts in adoration to our God, believing that heaven will respond to the sacrifices of our praise.

Jesus, we love you, praise you, and trust you because you are always near us, guiding and protecting us.

Lord, we will not wait for breakthroughs to express our praise and gratitude. We choose to praise you for your goodness, even in the midst of our circumstances. Our act of praise is our faithful, humble acknowledgment of your unwavering love and care for us.

We declare our worship to you as Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and the End.

In all our circumstances, we honor you as our Creator. We declare our adoration for you!

We praise your character because you are our God:

- You are our Peace.

- You are our Healer.

- You are our Provider.

- You are our Supplier.

- You are our Defender.

- You are our Sanctifier.

- You are our Shepherd.

- You are our Waymaker.

- You are our Resting Place.

- You are our Righteousness.

- You are our Banner of Love.

- You are our Master and Friend.

We thank you, Almighty God, gracious Redeemer, and Savior, for your unwavering goodness. May our praise of joy, halt the enemy and compel your action. We trust you, as our Refuge and Defender. Amen.