Praise

October 11th – Psalm 100

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Psalm 100

In Psalm 100, we find an exuberant call to give thanks, make a joyful noise, and enter God’s courts with praise. For we are His people. And the gates of His presence are open, welcoming us into the abundance of His grace and blessings. So how can our hearts not overflow with gratitude for His unwavering love and faithfulness? And how can we not accept His invitation and approach Him with thanksgiving and praise? For it is only because of His never ending grace, that we feel God’s abundance in every aspect of our lives. And by acknowledging His sovereign rule and enduring love, we not only connect with the abundance of God’s blessings but also cultivate an attitude of gratitude and contentment in our lives. This attitude of praise can inspire us to share God’s abundance with others, to serve and love them unconditionally, and to be instruments of His goodness in the world. And celebrate Him as our Creator and Shepherd.

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September 29th – Hebrews 13:15

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Hebrews 13:15

“Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise—the fruit of lips that openly profess his name.”

Praising God for all of the good things in our life is easy to do. But what about when things don’t go our way? Are we still willing to give God glory in the bad times too? A sacrifice of praise shows our devotion to God, regardless of our circumstances. It recognizes that God is worthy of praise at all times, and our worship doesn’t depend on a trouble-free life. But instead it’s  grounded in our unshakable faith in Him. Praise is the fruit of our lips giving thanks to God’s holy name. It’s not just an expression of joy during moments of comfort and abundance, it can also be a sacrifice in times of difficulty and hardship. Just as ancient sacrifices required a cost, praising God when circumstances are challenging can be a sacrifice of our own will and emotions. This act of worship shows our unwavering faith, trust, and gratitude, regardless of our circumstances. It’s a beautiful reminder that in both the highs and lows of life, our praise has the power to draw us closer to God and bring His presence into our situations.

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September 28th – Psalm 136:1

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Psalm 136:1

“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good. His love endures forever.”

Psalm 136 is one of my favorites, because it’s a summary of the entire book of Psalms. And its message, repeated 26 times, is this. God’s lovingkindness is everlasting. What a beautiful promise we can carry in our hearts! And a powerful reminder that God’s goodness and love aren’t limited by time or circumstance, but are boundless and unending. Most wonderful of all, God offers His love and grace freely to all who call on Jesus as Lord. No wonder our hearts can’t help but sing His praises! For God’s lovingkindness is a profound expression of His goodness, compassion, and grace, inviting us to experience a deep and transformative relationship with Him. David was quite the poet. And this Psalm is no exception. It’s full of hope and comfort to a lost and hurting world. And contains the blessed promise that God’s love and mercy remain steadfast. Demonstrated most of all through His Son, Jesus Christ, who shed His precious blood to provide eternal life to all who believe in Him.

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September 1st – Psalm 65:13

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Psalm 65:13

“The meadows are covered with flocks and the valleys are mantled with grain;they shout for joy and sing.”

I absolutely love this time of year. The days grow shorter, the nights cooler, and the land scape overflows with the beauty that comes with the changing seasons. It’s a time of harvest and thankfulness for God’s abundant blessings. Undeserved blessings which spring from His overflowing goodness. Just as the fields are clothed with lushness and the valleys covered with grain, our lives are adorned with the blessings of His provision, love, and grace. And each day God gives us, is an opportunity to witness the richness of His creation and experience His faithful care. So how could we, like the valley’s, not sing for joy? How could we not give Him praise for all that He is, all that He does, and all that He blesses us. Therefore may we all cultivate a heart of gratitude, acknowledging that every blessing we receive is a reflection of God’s enduring love and unending faithfulness.

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July 26th – Proverbs 31:10

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Proverbs 31:10

“A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.”

The Proverbs 31 woman is everything admirable in both a woman and a wife. And as someone once said, she isn’t the yardstick by which all woman are measured. Rather she’s the beautiful goal we as women should be moving toward. When asked to describe beauty author Mandy Hale wrote, “There is nothing more beautiful than someone who goes out of their way to make life beautiful for others.” That’s who the Proverbs 31 woman is. Clothed in strength and dignity, her heart is surrendered in thankfulness to God. And out of that thankfulness, comes a character worthy of her family’s praise. A character exampling humility, caring, wisdom, and goodness. Her beauty radiates from the glory of the Lord, sparkling brighter than the largest diamond. Her is love spread to those who cares for with every touch. And with hearts overflowing her family looks upon her with praise, treasuring her greater than the most precious jewel.

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May 22nd – Psalm 98:1-3

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Psalm 98:1-3

Growing up I remember listening to America’s Top 40 with Casey Kasem. Each week I was excited to hear who held the coveted spot of the new number one song. And each week we too have a new song to sing. One of praise and worship to the Lord for His blessings, glory, and gift of salvation. Because His goodness and mercy are new each morning, (Lam. 3:23) how can we help but sing of the marvelous things He has done. All of creation cries out in worship to God’s glory, splendor, and majesty. The heavens, earth, sea, fields, and even the trees, sing to the Lord a new song. For one day God will restore everything His hands have made to its original perfection. From the beginning, God has had His master plan in motion. And with the birth of Jesus Christ, that plan was made real before all mankind. In His amazing love, God planned to once and for all destroy evil and reconcile everything back to Himself, our great Creator. And one day soon, all will sing a new song praising and giving glory to Him alone!


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April 25th – Psalm 146:1

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Psalm 146:1

Many are the reasons to give God the glory. Creator and Ruler of all things, He champions the weak, fathers the orphans, heals the afflicted, and blesses all who put their hope in Him. Everyday there are reasons to give thanks to the Lord. And God covets the praise of His people. But not for His benefit. For ours. Because I know for me, no matter how low I feel or bad the circumstance, nothing soothes my soul like giving glory to God. It brings peace to my troubled mind. Joy to my hurting heart. And brings me close to my Abba, Father, who welcomes me with open arms of love. Most of all praising the Lord humbles me. For it reminds me of how much I fail God daily and still somehow, He wants me anyway. How could such an amazing and unmerited love not make my heart burst with songs of worship and thanksgiving!

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January 15th – Psalm 71:23

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Psalm 71:23

The Christian life is meant to be one of joy and celebration. A celebration of all God is and His amazing, unmerited blessings. David knew this well. The psalms he wrote, no matter the subject, were songs from his heart to the heart of his beloved Creator. All in worship to the God who was his everything. No matter what he faced, David had an unquenchable inner joy. A joy stemming from his great love for God. One that put a song on his lips and made his heart burst into singing praises to the Lord. As lovers of God, we too should have a song in our heart. One that yearns to burst from our lips and sing the praises of God. For once we were dead in our sin, and enemies of the Lord. Yet from His great love, God redeemed, adopted, and provided a path to eternal life. And if that wasn’t enough, He is intimately involved in every aspect of our lives as our Father, Comforter, Provider, and Friend. Knowing all of this, how can we not have that same inner joy as David!

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July 8th – Psalm 27:6

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Psalm 27:6

I love the quote, “safety comes in our nearness to God, not in our distance from our enemies.” The enemies of David were many. Even those he loved turned against and betrayed him. Have you ever felt like that? Like the whole world was against you? These are divisive times in which we live. And Christianity is under attack. But it’s no surprise. For Jesus Himself says that He came not to bring peace on earth, but rather division. (Luke 12:51) Yet for those who are on the side of Christ, victory is assured. Because for all of us who put our trust in Him, the Lord promises to exult above every adversary. When we draw near to Jesus and turn the battle over to Him, we will triumph every time. And like David, we will sing His praises with joyful lips and shout to the heavens of His glory!

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May 2nd – Psalm 95:2

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Psalm 95:2

One of my favorite gifts from God is music. Music carries such power, science has proven that our bodies respond physiologically to the music we hear. Whether it be happiness, sadness, anger, or peace, we all have a favorite song that whenever we hear it, brings us right back to the memory it invokes. That’s why for me, there’s no faster way to feel close to God than singing my favorite hymn. My heart fills with joy, as my lips sing His praise. And my spirit is lifted by His mercy and love. Because there is nothing better for what ails us than singing and making melody to the Lord with our hearts.(Eph. 5:19) What’s your favorite song or hymn? When was the last time you sang it? Today take some time to make a joyful noise unto the Lord!

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