How can we "exalt the LORD" in our daily lives according to Psalm 99:5? A quick look at Psalm 99:5 “Exalt the LORD our God, and worship at His footstool; holy is He!” (Psalm 99:5) The verse gives two clear, ongoing commands—exalt the LORD and worship Him—anchored in one unchanging truth: His absolute holiness. What “exalt” means • To lift the LORD high in our thoughts, words, and choices • To give Him the highest place in every arena of life • To make His worth and glory visible to others (Psalm 34:3) Why His holiness drives our exaltation • Holiness sets God apart; nothing and no one compares (Isaiah 6:3) • Recognizing His holiness produces humble, wholehearted worship (“at His footstool”) • When we see Him as holy, exalting Him becomes a joyful privilege rather than a burdensome duty Daily habits that exalt the LORD • Regular praise: “I will exalt You, my God and King… Every day I will bless You” (Psalm 145:1-2) • Obedient living: “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments” (John 14:15) • Thankful speech: “Through Jesus… let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise” (Hebrews 13:15) • Witnessing His greatness: “Proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness” (1 Peter 2:9) • Doing every task for His name: “Whatever you do… do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus” (Colossians 3:17) • Corporate worship: “Magnify the LORD with me; let us exalt His name together” (Psalm 34:3) • Humble posture: choosing repentance and confession (1 John 1:9) and bowing low “at His footstool” • Generous stewardship: “Honor the LORD with your wealth” (Proverbs 3:9) • Serving people as unto Christ: “Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of Mine, you did for Me” (Matthew 25:40) Living it out in community • Encourage others with reminders of God’s holiness and faithfulness • Sing, read Scripture aloud, and testify to answered prayer together • Hold one another accountable for lives that match the words of praise A life that lifts Him high Exalting the LORD isn’t a single act; it’s a daily rhythm of recognizing His holiness, responding with heartfelt worship, and reflecting His glory in every sphere of life. As Psalm 99:5 calls, we keep lifting Him up—privately and publicly—until every thought, word, and deed unmistakably points to His matchless worth. |
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