A Prayer of Remembrance and Trust
"Art not thou our God, who didst drive out the inhabitants of this land before thy people Israel, and gavest it to the seed of Abraham thy friend for ever?" - 2 Chronicles 20:7

O Almighty God, our Everlasting Father, we gather before Thee with hearts full of reverence and awe, recognizing Thy greatness and the wondrous deeds Thou hast performed throughout history. As we come to Thee today, we echo the profound words of 2 Chronicles 20:7, where it is written, "Art not thou our God, who didst drive out the inhabitants of this land before thy people Israel, and gavest it to the seed of Abraham thy friend for ever?" We acknowledge Thee as our sovereign God, who has always been a steadfast protector and guide for Thy followers, the Israel of God.
Lord, we remember the stories of old when Thou didst lead the Israelites out of bondage and into the Promised Land. We remember how Thou didst drive out the inhabitants before them, delivering Thy chosen people into their inheritance. Just as Thou bestowed this land upon Abraham’s seed, so too, we trust in Thy good purpose for our lives and the paths we walk. Even when obstacles loom large, we have faith that Thou art capable of moving mountains, for we know that nothing is impossible for Thee.
We come to Thee in this moment of prayer, invoking the truth of Thy Word which reminds us that we are heirs to the promises made to Abraham. In faith, we accept our identity as children of the covenant, also acknowledging the grace that has allowed us to stand in this relationship with Thee. Help us to hold on to the understanding that our lineage, marked by faith, is precious in Thy sight. Though the generations may arise and fall, Thy promises endure forever, and we thank Thee for the assurance that we are part of a divine legacy.
Father, as we reflect on Thy mighty acts, inspire us to trust in Thy intervention in our current struggles. Like Jehoshaphat, who faced overwhelming odds, we too may feel besieged by challenges that threaten to overtake us. In these moments of trial, remind us of Thy faithfulness, Lord. We call upon Thy name, seeking deliverance and guidance through the storms of life. Just as Thou delivered Israel, grant us the courage to face our own battles, whether they are of fear, doubt, financial strain, or broken relationships.
We plead with Thee, Lord, to drive away the doubts and fears that inhabit our hearts. Cast out anything that seeks to destabilize our faith in Thee, for we know that with Thee by our side, we can rise above the challenges that confront us. Teach us to lean on Thy everlasting arms, to trust in Thy perfect plan, and to be still and know that Thou art God. Help us to remember that Thou art not a distant deity but a present help in time of trouble.
As we pray, help us to embody the character of Abraham, Thy friend. May our faith be unwavering, our obedience be resolute, and our love for Thee be manifested in our daily actions. Encourage us to share this faith with others, that they, too, might come to know the God who is zealous for His people. Let our lives be vessels of Thy light, shining brightly in a world overshadowed by darkness.
O Lord, as we move forward, may we never forget the lessons from our spiritual ancestry. Let us hold tight to the understanding that Thy plans for us are good, filled with hope and a future. Let the remembrance of all that Thou hast done for us fortify our spirits and empower our resolve.
In all things, we seek to glorify Thy name. May our hearts be aligned with Thy will, and may we walk in the confidence that Thou art our God—our faithful God—who promised to drive out our fears and fulfill Thy word to us. We thank Thee for this confidence and declare our trust in Thee, today and always. In Jesus’ precious name, we pray, Amen.
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2 Chronicles 20:7 - "Art not thou our God, who didst drive out the inhabitants of this land before thy people Israel, and gavest it to the seed of Abraham thy friend for ever?"
"Art not thou our God, who didst drive out the inhabitants of this land before thy people Israel, and gavest it to the seed of Abraham thy friend for ever?" - 2 Chronicles 20:7
1 Chronicles 20:7 - "But when he defied Israel, Jonathan the son of Shimea David's brother slew him."
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"But when he defied Israel, Jonathan the son of Shimea David's brother slew him." - 1 Chronicles 20:7
2 Chronicles 30:20 - "And the LORD hearkened to Hezekiah, and healed the people."
1 Chronicles 2:20 - "And Hur begat Uri, and Uri begat Bezaleel."
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2 Chronicles 7:20 - "Then will I pluck them up by the roots out of my land which I have given them; and this house, which I have sanctified for my name, will I cast out of my sight, and will make it to be a proverb and a byword among all nations."
2 Chronicles 20:28 - "And they came to Jerusalem with psalteries and harps and trumpets unto the house of the LORD."
1 Chronicles 7:20 - "¶ And the sons of Ephraim; Shuthelah, and Bered his son, and Tahath his son, and Eladah his son, and Tahath his son,"
2 Chronicles 11:7 - "And Beth-zur, and Shoco, and Adullam,"
2 Chronicles 20:13 - "And all Judah stood before the LORD, with their little ones, their wives, and their children."
2 Chronicles 32:20 - "And for this cause Hezekiah the king, and the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz, prayed and cried to heaven."
2 Kings 20:20 - "¶ And the rest of the acts of Hezekiah, and all his might, and how he made a pool, and a conduit, and brought water into the city, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah?"
2 Chronicles 20:5 - "¶ And Jehoshaphat stood in the congregation of Judah and Jerusalem, in the house of the LORD, before the new court,"
2 Chronicles 20:8 - "And they dwelt therein, and have built thee a sanctuary therein for thy name, saying,"
2 Chronicles 29:20 - "¶ Then Hezekiah the king rose early, and gathered the rulers of the city, and went up to the house of the LORD."
2 Chronicles 20:3 - "And Jehoshaphat feared, and set himself to seek the LORD, and proclaimed a fast throughout all Judah."
2 Chronicles 20:30 - "So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet: for his God gave him rest round about."
2 Chronicles 4:20 - "Moreover the candlesticks with their lamps, that they should burn after the manner before the oracle, of pure gold;"
2 Chronicles 28:20 - "And Tilgath-pilneser king of Assyria came unto him, and distressed him, but strengthened him not."
2 Chronicles 7:4 - "¶ Then the king and all the people offered sacrifices before the LORD."
2 Chronicles 20:36 - "And he joined himself with him to make ships to go to Tarshish: and they made the ships in Ezion-geber."
2 Chronicles 7:2 - "And the priests could not enter into the house of the LORD, because the glory of the LORD had filled the LORD'S house."