THE POWER OF PRAISE By Prophetess C. A. ISRAEL

Title & Core Quote The Power of Praise “Wholehearted praise in the presence of opposition is the sure path to experiencing God's perfected purposes.” — C. A. ISRAEL This quote shifts from the silence of lament to the sound of defiant praise. Together with P. O. Israel’s words, it describes two poles of authentic faith: the grief that trusts God in the dark, and the praise that declares His victory in battle.Unpacking Opposition 1. Wholehearted Praise in Opposition Wholehearted Not half-hearted or obligatory—it is complete, involving mind, will, emotion, and body. It is praise that costs something (2 Samuel 24:24) and is chosen, not felt. In the Presence of Opposition Whether external (enemies, circumstances) or internal (doubt, fear, despair), this is praise during the siege—taking down the harp to play a song of war. Biblical Parallels Paul & Silas (Acts 16): Beaten and shackled, singing hymns at midnight. Jehoshaphat (2 Chronicles 20): Placed singers at the front of the armyThe Promise & Purpose 2. The Sure Path to God's Purpose A Sure Path A guaranteed process and pathway by which God works—as reliable as sowing and reaping. God's Perfected Purposes Refers to telos—the completed, mature intention of God. It is about becoming who God intends and seeing His plan unfold through trial. Why Praise Works: Realigns focus to the Problem-Solver. Invites God's presence (Psalm 22:3). Disarms the enemy and demonstrates faith (Hebrews 11:6). Breaks discouragement for divine breakthrough.Theology of Paradox A Theology of Paradox P. O. ISRAEL C. A. ISRAEL Tears by foreign rivers Praise in opposition Silence of the harp Song of the harp Lament as deepest worship Praise as surest path Exile and dislocation Battle and confrontationCall to Active Faith Final Reflection: Active Faith C. A. Israel’s quote echoes Joshua at Jericho—marching in silence, then raising a shout of praise before the walls fell. The promised inheritance was entered through that shout. Personal Reflection: What opposition are you facing today that you have not yet praised through? Lift a deliberate, wholehearted declaration that God is bigger and His purposes will stand.ABOUT THE MINISTRY THE WORD FOR THE WORLD MINISTRY INTERNATIONAL Prophet P. O. ISRAEL and Prophetess C. A. ISRAEL *(Text within the logo)*: THE WORD FOR THE WORLD MINISTRY INTERNATIONAL | WOFWOM INTERNATIONAL | WE CHANGE THE WORLD BY THE WORD | HEB 11:3 CONNECT WITH US ON CONQUER THE DAY WITH PRAYERS Everyday 5:30 - 6:30 a.m. Reach Out to Us Email: [email protected] | Mobile: 08050679835 Invite others to follow @wofwom family | @wofwomfamily With Prophet P. O. ISRAEL and Prophetess C. A. ISRAEL of The Word for The World Ministry International Motto: *We change the world by the Word.* *Hebrews 11:3*