“Around midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening. Suddenly, there was a massive earthquake, and the prison was shaken to its foundations. All the doors immediately flew open, and the chains of every prisoner fell off!” – Acts 16:25-26 (NLT)
Think of how plants thrive in the right environment. They need the right balance of sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to grow. When any of these elements are missing, the plants struggle to flourish. In the same way, God’s presence manifests powerfully in an atmosphere conditioned by faith, worship, and devotion. Just as a plant responds to its environment, we experience God’s transformative power when we create the right spiritual atmosphere. Without it, we may limit what He desires to do in our lives.
We have discussed how true worship is beyond the songs we sing to God; it is more about the posture of our heart, which then reflects in our lifestyle. Today, we will explore how worship can create the right environment for the manifestation of God’s presence.
True worship creates an atmosphere of possibilities, and such an atmosphere allows the power of God to move unhindered. Just as there is a temperature level where germs cannot survive, and metals are melted and reshaped, there is an atmosphere where the presence of God can be fully experienced—where inconsistencies begin to check out on their own accord, leaving you empowered (Psalm 114:5-7).
Why condition an atmosphere to experience God’s presence when He is everywhere, especially within us? Though God is omnipresent, being conscious of His presence allows us to fully experience Him. Highlighting His presence invites His manifestation. God can be present, but without a receptive atmosphere, His presence may not be felt (Psalm 78:41-43). To experience His power, we must recognize its possibilities, be open to it, and believe it will manifest for us (Hebrews 11:6).
The good news is that you don’t have to always wait for special programmes to experience the power of God. You can experience the power of His presence anytime and anywhere by carrying the atmosphere of worship with you at all times. You can do this by ensuring that your devotion does not end in the morning in your bedroom. As you go about your day, keep worshipping and meditating on scripture. Take time at different points in your schedule to give thanks and pray fervently, (Joshua 1:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, James 5:16), be a doer of the Word, and consciously choose God in all you do. Glorify God for His nature, not just for His rewards.
Worship despite your pain and on your way to your miracle, as Paul and Silas did in our anchor text.
Worship reminds God of His reputation, and His reputation matters to Him. Make a habit of documenting your testimonies, and you will attract more of God into your life.
Bible Reading Plan: 1 Peter 3-4