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Basic Scripture for Today Thursday August 28th 2025 Prayer points and Declarations
Basic Scripture for Today: Thursday, August 28th, 2025
JEREMIAH 51: 14-24 (NKJV)
14 The LORD of hosts has sworn by Himself: “Surely I will fill you with men, as with locusts, And they shall lift up a shout against you.”
15 He has made the earth by His power; He has established the world by His wisdom, And stretched out the heaven by His understanding.
16 When He utters His voice— There is a multitude of waters in the heavens: “He causes the vapors to ascend from the ends of the earth; He makes lightnings for the rain; He brings the wind out of His treasuries.”
17 Everyone is dull-hearted, without knowledge; Every metalsmith is put to shame by the carved image; For his molded image is falsehood, And there is no breath in them.
18 They are futile, a work of errors; In the time of their punishment they shall perish.
19 The Portion of Jacob is not like them, For He is the Maker of all things, And Israel is the tribe of His inheritance; The LORD of hosts is His name.
20 “You are My battle-ax and weapons of war: For with you I will break the nation in pieces; With you I will destroy kingdoms;
21 With you I will break in pieces the horse and its rider;
22 With you I will break in pieces the chariot and its rider;
23 With you I will break in pieces man and woman;
24 With you I will break in pieces old and young; With you I will break in pieces the young man and the maiden;
In-Depth Reflection: The Sovereign God and His Instrument of Judgment
This Thursday’s passage is a powerful proclamation against the ancient Babylonian empire, a symbol of worldly pride, oppression, and idolatry. The context is God’s promise to judge Babylon for its arrogance and cruelty towards His people. Within this judgment, we find profound truths about God’s character and our role as believers:
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The Supremacy of God (Vs. 15-16): Before declaring judgment, God establishes His credentials. He is the Creator of all things by His power, wisdom, and understanding. This is a reminder that any authority we see in the world is derived and subordinate. The One who commands the clouds, lightning, and wind is more than capable of handling the “Babylons” in our lives.
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The Foolishness of Idolatry (Vs. 17-18): Babylon trusted in its idols—man-made, lifeless objects. God declares them “futile, a work of errors.” An idol is anything we rely on more than God: money, systems, people, our own intellect. This passage warns us that trusting in these things leads to shame and perishment.
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The Identity of God’s People (Vs. 19-20): In stunning contrast to the false idols, God reveals Himself as “The Portion of Jacob.” He is not a useless idol; He is the inheritance and reward of His people. Then, He makes an astounding declaration to His people: “You are My battle-ax and weapons of war.” Despite their captivity, God did not see them as victims but as His chosen instruments to execute judgment on the very system that held them captive.
This Thursday, be reminded: You are not defined by your struggles. The God who created the universe has chosen you as His instrument to break down spiritual strongholds and kingdoms of darkness in your life and sphere of influence.
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Prayer Points
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Prayer to Acknowledge God’s Sovereignty:
“Almighty God, Creator of heaven and earth, I declare that You are sovereign over every situation in my life. Every ‘Babylon’ of confusion, oppression, and fear bows its knee to Your supreme power and wisdom. I trust not in man-made systems but in You alone.” -
Prayer for Liberation from Idols:
“Search my heart, O God, and reveal any hidden idolatry—any thing or anyone I trust in more than You. Forgive me for the folly of relying on lifeless things. I tear down every idol and declare that You, Lord, are my only Portion and my Inheritance.” -
Prayer to Embrace Your Identity as God’s Weapon:
“Father, thank You for the identity You have given me. I am not a victim; I am Your battle-ax and weapon of war! Anoint me and use me as Your instrument to break in pieces every kingdom of darkness assigned against my destiny, my family, and my purpose.” -
Prayer for Breaking Strongholds:
“In the name of Jesus, and by the authority He has given me, I break in pieces every spiritual chariot, horse, and rider sent to oppose me. I break in pieces every ancient curse, generational stronghold, and evil plan against my life. With You, Lord, I break them in pieces!” -
Prayer for Divine Strategy:
“Lord of Hosts, give me Your strategy for battle. Show me how to wield Your Word effectively as a weapon. Teach my hands to war and my fingers to fight against the schemes of the enemy, not in my strength, but in Yours.”
Declarations
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I declare that the LORD of Hosts, the Creator of the universe, is on my side. I will not fear what man or any system can do to me.
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I declare that I am free from all idolatry. My trust is in the living God, who is my Portion and my eternal Inheritance.
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I declare that I am God’s battle-ax and His mighty weapon of war. I am anointed to break down strongholds, destroy arguments, and dismantle every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God.
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I declare that with the authority of Christ, I break in pieces every chain of addiction, poverty, sickness, and failure. They are shattered by the power of God’s Word.
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I declare that I walk in victory, not defeat. I am more than a conqueror through Christ Jesus. Today, I advance against the gates of hell, and they shall not prevail against me.
In Jesus’ Mighty Name, Amen.
Today’s Prophetic Word: The same God who ordained you as His weapon is going before you to level the mountains of opposition. Do not see yourself as a captive to your circumstances. See yourself as Heaven’s designated demolitions expert, authorized to break the enemy’s hold and reclaim what belongs to the Kingdom of God. Your time of dismantling strongholds has come.
