How can we "greatly extol the LORD" in our daily lives today? Setting the Verse in Our Hearts Psalm 109:30 says, “With my mouth I will thank the LORD profusely; I will praise Him in the midst of many.” The psalmist models open, overflowing worship—thankful words spoken aloud, public praise that magnifies God before others. Why Extolling Matters • God is worthy of vocal, visible honor (Psalm 96:3). • Praise shifts our focus from self-concern to God’s greatness (Psalm 34:3). • Grateful lips reinforce grateful hearts, protecting us from bitterness and unbelief (Hebrews 13:15). Practical Ways to “Thank the LORD Profusely” 1. Daily vocal gratitude • Begin and end the day by audibly naming three specific blessings. • Speak those thanks while driving, walking, or working—turn idle moments into praise moments (Psalm 34:1). 2. Scripture-saturated speech • Memorize short praise verses (e.g., Psalm 103:1–2; Psalm 145:1–2) and recite them out loud. • Let God’s words shape your own; weave verses into everyday conversations (Colossians 3:16). 3. Public acknowledgment of God • When sharing good news, immediately credit the Lord—“Thank the Lord, He provided…” (Psalm 96:2). • At meals in restaurants or cafeterias, pray aloud—not to show off, but to bear witness “in the midst of many.” 4. Singing as lifestyle • Keep worship music playing in the background; sing along (Ephesians 5:19). • Teach children and grandchildren hymns and psalms, passing praise to the next generation (Psalm 145:4). 5. Testimony moments • Prepare a concise, God-centered testimony of a recent answered prayer. Share it when opportunities arise (1 Peter 3:15). • Post a weekly “God praise” on social media, spotlighting His faithfulness rather than personal achievement. 6. Serving with words attached • Tie acts of kindness to spoken praise: “I’m able to help because God has been so good to me” (Matthew 5:16). • Write short notes or texts that include Scripture, turning encouragement into worship. Guarding the Tone of Our Mouths • Replace complaining with thanksgiving (Philippians 2:14). • Pause before speaking; ask, “Will this exalt the Lord or diminish Him?” (James 1:19). Fueling Continuous Praise • Regular time in God’s Word keeps awe fresh (Psalm 119:161-162). • Consistent prayer cultivates an awareness of God’s presence, making spontaneous praise natural (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18). Living Psalm 109:30 Every Day When our lips overflow with thanks and our voices sound God’s praise publicly, we align with the psalmist’s heartbeat. Extolling the LORD is not confined to Sunday services; it’s the rhythm of a life captured by His grace and committed to proclaiming His glory—profusely, persistently, and in the midst of many. |
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