If My People Called By My Name...

Colby closes out the Popular series with 2 Chronicles 7:14, which is often used in times of national turmoil as a call for revival. In its original context, this verse is set against the backdrop of Solomon's temple dedication, but it still carries a timeless message for us today. In it, God gives a spiritual roadmap for personal and collective revival—humble ourselves, pray, seek God's face, and turn from sin. The story of King Jehoshaphat facing overwhelming odds beautifully illustrates how this principle works in practice. When we acknowledge our powerlessness and fix our eyes on God, He fights our battles. This message challenges us to move beyond passive hope to active, authentic worship. It's a call to rediscover our identity in Christ, to let go of pride and self-pity, and to trust in God's promises even when circumstances seem dire. As we apply this principle, we're not just observers but participants in God's ongoing work of restoration in our lives and our world.