February 20th, 2025
Praising Through All Circumstances
Psalm 34:1-8
I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise will always be on my lips. I will boast in the Lord;
the humble will hear and be glad.Proclaim the Lord’s greatness with me; let us exalt his name together. I sought the Lord, and he answered me and rescued me from all my fears.Those who look to him are radiant with joy; their faces will never be ashamed.
This poor man cried, and the Lord heard him and saved him from all his troubles.
The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear him, and rescues them.
Taste and see that the Lord is good. How happy is the person who takes refuge in him!
I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise will always be on my lips. I will boast in the Lord;
the humble will hear and be glad.Proclaim the Lord’s greatness with me; let us exalt his name together. I sought the Lord, and he answered me and rescued me from all my fears.Those who look to him are radiant with joy; their faces will never be ashamed.
This poor man cried, and the Lord heard him and saved him from all his troubles.
The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear him, and rescues them.
Taste and see that the Lord is good. How happy is the person who takes refuge in him!
James encourages us to sing praises when we're cheerful, but the Psalmist takes it a step further, declaring he will praise the Lord at all times. Praise isn't just a response to good times; it's a powerful spiritual weapon that can lift our spirits and shift our perspective in difficult seasons. When we choose to praise God despite our circumstances, we're declaring our trust in His goodness and sovereignty. Today, challenge yourself to find reasons to praise God, especially if you're going through a tough time. Make a list of God's attributes or blessings in your life, and spend time worshipping Him for who He is, not just what He does.
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