In what ways can we actively praise God daily, as Psalm 115:17 suggests? Psalm 115:17—A Living Call to Praise Psalm 115:17–18: “It is not the dead who praise the LORD, nor any who descend into silence. But we will bless the LORD, both now and forevermore. Hallelujah!” The living have the privilege—and responsibility—of filling each day with conscious, vibrant praise. Praise Beyond the Sanctuary • Psalm 34:1 — “I will bless the LORD at all times; His praise will always be on my lips.” • Romans 12:1 — everyday obedience is “spiritual worship.” • Colossians 3:17 — doing “everything…in the name of the Lord Jesus” turns ordinary tasks into praise. Practical, Daily Avenues for Praise 1. Spoken & Sung Worship • Begin and end the day with aloud thanksgiving (Psalm 92:1–2). • Sing along with worship music during chores or commutes (Ephesians 5:19). 2. Gratitude in Conversation • Replace complaints with testimonies of God’s faithfulness (Psalm 71:15). • Tell others how He answered prayer (Psalm 9:1). 3. Scripture-Soaked Meditation • Read or listen to a psalm over breakfast; repeat key phrases (Psalm 119:97). • Memorize verses and recite them back to God during the day (Joshua 1:8). 4. Prayer Turned to Praise • Start petitions with gratitude for past mercies (Philippians 4:6). • Keep an answered-prayer journal; reread it to stir worship (Psalm 103:2). 5. Obedient Choices • Honor God in workplace ethics (John 14:15). • Pursue holiness, knowing righteous actions laud His character (1 Peter 2:12). 6. Serving Others in His Name • Meet practical needs; do it “for the Lord” (Matthew 25:40). • Encourage believers, affirming His grace in them (Hebrews 10:24). 7. Stewardship of Resources • Give tithes and offerings cheerfully (2 Corinthians 9:7). • Treat creation responsibly, acknowledging it as His handiwork (Psalm 24:1). 8. Choosing Joy & Contentment • Rejoice always (1 Thessalonians 5:16–18). • Reject anxiety by trusting His sovereignty (Matthew 6:33-34). Guarding Against the Silence • Neglect, distraction, or unconfessed sin dampens praise (Psalm 32:3–5). • Regular confession and renewal restore a heart that sings (Psalm 51:10–15). Now and Forevermore Living praise today rehearses for the unending worship of heaven (Revelation 5:13). Let every breath echo the psalmist’s resolve to bless the LORD “both now and forevermore.” |
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