THE VICTORY FOUND IN PRAISE

Pastor Brad

January 19, 2025

Main Idea

The central theme of Pastor Brad's message was that praise is a powerful tool in our spiritual journey. He conveyed to us that praise is more than an emotional response; it's an act of faith and acknowledgment of God's sovereignty. By praising God, we activate our faith, which can lead to the victories we seek in life. Pastor Brad encouraged us to praise God as a way to persevere through challenges and to step into the victories that await us.

Scripture References

Psalm 59:16-17, 2 Samuel 5:3, Hebrews 11:1, 1 Chronicles 16:31, Psalm 47:1, Psalm 100:1, Luke 19:40, Psalm 57:9-11, Joshua 6:16, Joshua 6:20

1. How can we incorporate more praise into our daily lives to activate our faith?

2. In what ways have you experienced the power of praise in your own life?

Discussion Questions:

3. What are some practical steps we can take to overcome the fear of looking foolish when praising God?

4. How can acknowledging God's authority in our lives lead to a deeper practice of praise?

5. Can you share a time when praise preceded a breakthrough in your life?

Summary

In Pastor Brad's sermon 'THE VICTORY FOUND IN PRAISE' from the 'Shift' series, he taught us that it's not the giants that defeat us, but rather the small things lurking in our hearts. He emphasized that praise is a pathway to perseverance, not just a personality trait. We learned that praise begins with recognizing authority, is a celebration of hope, and must be proclaimed. Pastor Brad reminded us that praise should precede victory, not just follow it, and that our breakthroughs might be waiting on the other side of our praise.