What practical steps can we take to encourage others to "extol Him"? Setting the Scene David’s invitation in Psalm 34 comes out of real-life deliverance. Having tasted God’s rescue, he can’t keep quiet. That same grateful overflow is meant to ripple through us so others will gladly lift high the Lord as well. Key Verse “Magnify the LORD with me; let us exalt His name together.” Psalm 34:3 Why Extolling Matters • Extolling turns the spotlight from self to God (Psalm 115:1). • It shapes future generations: “One generation will declare Your works to the next” (Psalm 145:4). • It strengthens faith in the church family: “Let us consider how to spur one another on toward love and good deeds” (Hebrews 10:24-25). • It is commanded, not optional: “Declare His glory among the nations” (Psalm 96:3). Practical Steps to Inspire Praise • Share rescue stories. Tell friends how the Lord met you this week—big or small. Personal testimony makes praise contagious (Mark 5:19). • Keep Scripture on your lips. Weave verses into normal conversation (Deuteronomy 6:6-7). Truth fuels adoration. • Sing—out loud. Whether in the kitchen or the car, worship music signals to listening hearts that God is worth celebrating (Colossians 3:16). • Celebrate answered prayer publicly. When a request is met, stop and acknowledge it together (Psalm 118:23-24). • Use digital platforms wisely. Post a verse, a grateful reflection, or a God-honoring photo. Light breaks through endless scrolling (Philippians 4:8). • Invite people to gather. Host a simple praise night or start a pre-work five-minute thanksgiving circle. Group momentum matters (Acts 2:46-47). • Serve side-by-side. Joint acts of mercy showcase His character and open doors to verbal praise (Matthew 5:16). • Speak blessing, not complaint. Replace grumbling with gratitude in daily chatter; it nudges others toward worship (Ephesians 4:29). • Model quick thanks. Pause to thank God before meals, meetings, even emails. Visible habits teach silently (1 Thessalonians 5:18). • Affirm God’s work in others. Tell a brother or sister, “I see Christ in you.” Encouragement draws more voices into the chorus (Romans 12:10). Living It Out Together Extolling Him is both personal and communal. As each of us magnifies the Lord in everyday rhythms—speech, song, service—others catch the sound and join in. Before long, Psalm 34:3 becomes a lived reality: the single “me” grows into a joyful “us,” and His name is exalted in our homes, churches, neighborhoods, and beyond. |
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