What does Psalm 66:2 teach about the nature of true worship? Our Verse Psalm 66:2 – “Sing the glory of His name; make His praise glorious.” Worship Is Vocal and Expressive • “Sing” is a clear, audible response, not silent admiration • Scripture regularly ties the mouth to worship (Psalm 34:1; Hebrews 13:15) • Joyful noise honors God because He created both voice and music for His praise Worship Centers on God’s Name • “His name” stands for His revealed character—holy, faithful, almighty (Exodus 34:5-7) • True worship fixes attention on who God is, not on personal feelings or circumstances • A name-focused worship guards against idolatry by exalting the true and living God (Isaiah 42:8) Worship Aims to Display Glory • “Sing the glory” means recounting God’s weightiness—His splendor, authority, perfection • Psalm 29:2 echoes this call: “Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name” • Revelation 5:12 shows heavenly beings doing the same—declaring God’s worth with loud praise Worship Pursues Excellence • “Make His praise glorious” signals intentional quality—thoughtful lyrics, wholehearted tone, undistracted focus • Colossians 3:23 applies: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord” • Excellence in worship is never self-display; it magnifies God’s excellence Worship Is Shared Together • Though the verse addresses individuals, verse 1’s “all the earth” widens the frame • Congregational praise mirrors the unity Christ prayed for (John 17:23) and prepares believers for the unified chorus of eternity (Revelation 7:9-10) Living It Out • Let worship be vocal—sing out, read Scripture aloud, testify to His works • Keep God’s character central—choose songs and words that declare His attributes • Seek His glory—ask whether each element of worship draws attention to Him • Offer your best—musically, lyrically, and spiritually • Join the gathered body—experience the fuller sound of collective praise, a foretaste of heaven |
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