Psalm 21:13 (The Message) — 13 Show your strength, God, so no one can miss it.

We are out singing the good news!

Psalm 21:13 (NLT) — 13 Rise up, O Lord, in all your power.

With music and singing we celebrate your mighty acts.

Psalm 21:13 (NCV) — 13 Be supreme, Lord, in your power.

We sing and praise your greatness.

 

James 5:13 (NRSV) — 13 Are any among you suffering? They should pray.

Are any cheerful? They should sing songs of praise.

James 5:13 (The Message) — 13 Are you hurting? Pray.

Do you feel great? Sing.

James 5:13 (NLT) — 13 Are any of you suffering hardships? You should pray.

Are any of you happy? You should sing praises.

James 5:13 (NCV) — 13 Anyone who is having troubles should pray.

Anyone who is happy should sing praises.

The solution to our situation is simple!

Praise and prayer!

Yes! Praise is sometimes a sacrifice.

Yes! Prayer is always a constant.

But then so is Jesus ...

He is our Sacrifice Who sets us free.

He is our Constant Companion

Who is ever-with-us.

Hallelujah!