The wicked king of Assyria sent messengers to taunt Hezekiah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem after he had laid siege to it. Their message was, “Don’t trust in God to deliver you.” Their insolence reached God’s ears and He sent His angel to slaughter 185,000 Assyrian soldiers in one night.

The lying, taunting voice of the enemy threatens God’s saints. God hears and protects His people, using their praise and prayers to defend His Holy Name.

DAILY PRAYER: Lord, quiet the voice of the evil one and deliver us. We trust in Your promises.

DAILY READING: 2 Kings 18,19