How can we encourage others to join in praising God as in Psalm 148:5? The Call of Psalm 148:5 “Let them praise the name of the LORD, for He commanded and they were created.” Why Our Encouragement Matters • All creation owes its very existence to God’s spoken command. • When people grasp this foundational truth, praise becomes the most reasonable response. • Encouraging praise lifts eyes off self and onto the sovereign Creator, aligning hearts with reality. Share the “Because” Behind the Praise • Point to God’s creative authority (Genesis 1:1; John 1:3). • Emphasize His sustaining power: “He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together.” (Colossians 1:17) • Highlight His redeeming love (Ephesians 1:7). Grateful hearts praise naturally. Model Praise in Everyday Life • Begin conversations with gratitude rather than complaint. • Keep worship music playing in the background of daily routines. • Let Scripture-saturated speech overflow: “Let the word of Christ richly dwell among you… with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs.” (Colossians 3:16) • Celebrate answered prayer publicly and promptly. Speak of Creation’s Choir • Draw attention to sunsets, songbirds, and starry skies—each a living sermon (Romans 1:20). • Invite others on nature walks and voice simple praise aloud. • Share Psalm 19:1: “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands.” Tell Your Story • Brief testimonies of God’s faithfulness personalize praise. • Describe specific moments when He “commanded” and brought order or blessing into your life. • Keep anecdotes short, sincere, and Scripture-anchored (Psalm 40:3). Create Gatherings That Inspire • Host informal worship nights at home; provide lyrics and encourage spontaneous thanksgiving. • Invite friends to church services where passionate, Scripture-centered praise is practiced (Psalm 95:1-2). • Encourage regular fellowship: “Let us consider how to spur one another on to love and good deeds, not neglecting to meet together.” (Hebrews 10:24-25) Use Words That Lift, Not Lecture • Replace “You should praise” with “Let’s praise together.” • Highlight God’s character more than human duty—joy draws better than guilt. • Affirm even small expressions of gratitude you observe in others. Uplift Through Scripture Sharing • Text or post verses like 1 Chronicles 16:23-25 to remind friends of God’s worthiness. • Offer a Psalm a day reading challenge. • Keep spare Bibles or verse cards handy to give away. Encouragement in Action • Send a quick voice message singing a chorus of praise. • Deliver a meal and include a note: “Taste and see that the LORD is good.” (Psalm 34:8) • Celebrate creation anniversaries—birthdays, weddings—by publicly thanking God for His creative command that began each life or union. Confident Expectation When we live, speak, and share as Psalm 148:5 directs—rooted in the fact that God commanded and all was created—others catch the melody. Praise spreads, hearts awaken, and the chorus of creation swells toward the day when “every creature in heaven and on earth and under the sea” will declare, “To Him who sits on the throne… be praise and honor…” (Revelation 5:13). |
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