What attributes of God inspire you to praise Him today? Invitation to Praise Psalm 135:1 says, “Hallelujah! Praise the name of the LORD. Give praise, O servants of the LORD.” Right from the opening word—Hallelujah—the psalmist calls us to erupt in joyful, wholehearted worship. Below are some of the attributes behind that command, each one a fresh reason to lift up praise today. Attribute 1: His Revealed Name—YHWH • God’s personal name declares that He simply is. • Exodus 3:14–15: “I AM WHO I AM… This is My name forever.” • His self-existent, self-sufficient nature means He depends on no one and nothing; we can depend on Him for everything. Attribute 2: Unchanging Faithfulness • Malachi 3:6: “For I, the LORD, do not change.” • Hebrews 13:8 shows the same stability in Christ: “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” • Because His character never shifts, every promise He has made is still good this morning. Attribute 3: Matchless Holiness • Isaiah 6:3: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; all the earth is full of His glory.” • His purity is absolute, untouched by sin, and yet He draws close to cleanse His people (1 John 1:7). Attribute 4: Sovereign Power • Psalm 135 later explains why we praise: “For the LORD does whatever pleases Him in the heavens and on the earth” (v. 6). • Jeremiah 32:17 reminds us, “Nothing is too difficult for You!” • Creation, providence, and redemption all flow from a will that never faces frustration. Attribute 5: Covenant Love and Mercy • Psalm 136 repeats, “His loving devotion endures forever.” • Lamentations 3:22–23: “Because of the LORD’s loving devotion we are not consumed… great is Your faithfulness!” • His mercy is not fleeting sentiment; it is steadfast commitment sealed in blood (Luke 22:20). Attribute 6: Just and Righteous Judge • Psalm 97:2: “Righteousness and justice are the foundation of His throne.” • Revelation 19:2 celebrates, “His judgments are true and just.” • His justice guarantees that evil will not have the last word and that righteousness will ultimately prevail. Attribute 7: Nearness to His People • Psalm 145:18: “The LORD is near to all who call on Him.” • Matthew 28:20: “I am with you always, to the end of the age.” • The transcendent God stoops to be present—guiding, comforting, empowering. Putting It All Together When Psalm 135:1 urges, “Praise the name of the LORD,” it isn’t a vague encouragement; it’s an invitation to rehearse specific, concrete truths about who God is: • Eternal, self-existent Name • Immutable faithfulness • Radiant holiness • Unrivaled sovereign power • Covenant-keeping love • Perfect justice • Intimate presence Let each attribute kindle fresh praise today, echoing the psalmist’s cry: “Hallelujah!” |
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