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Praise is a fundamental aspect of the Christian faith, serving as a means by which believers glorify God. It is both a response to God's nature and actions and a commandment found throughout Scripture. Praise is expressed through words, music, and actions, reflecting the believer's acknowledgment of God's supreme worth and majesty.

Biblical Foundation of Praise

The Bible is replete with exhortations to praise God. In the Psalms, which are often considered the hymnbook of ancient Israel, praise is a central theme. Psalm 150:6 declares, "Let everything that has breath praise the LORD. Hallelujah!" This verse encapsulates the universal call to praise, emphasizing that all creation is to glorify God.

God's Attributes and Deeds

Praise is often directed towards God's attributes and mighty deeds. In Psalm 145:3 , the psalmist proclaims, "Great is the LORD and greatly to be praised; His greatness is unsearchable." Here, the greatness of God is highlighted as a reason for praise. Similarly, in Psalm 103:1-2 , David calls upon his soul to "Bless the LORD, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless His holy name. Bless the LORD, O my soul, and do not forget all His kind deeds." This passage underscores the importance of remembering and praising God for His benevolent actions.

Praise in the New Testament

The New Testament continues the theme of praise, particularly in the context of the life and work of Jesus Christ. In Ephesians 1:3 , Paul writes, "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms." Here, praise is directed to God for the spiritual blessings bestowed through Christ.

The book of Revelation provides a vivid depiction of heavenly praise. Revelation 5:12 describes a scene where countless angels proclaim, "Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing!" This passage highlights the eternal nature of praise, as it is offered to the Lamb, Jesus Christ, for His redemptive work.

Expressions of Praise

Praise can be expressed in various forms, including singing, prayer, and proclamation. Colossians 3:16 encourages believers to "Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God." This verse illustrates the communal and musical aspects of praise, emphasizing the role of gratitude.

The Role of Praise in Worship

Praise is integral to Christian worship, serving as a means of drawing near to God. Hebrews 13:15 exhorts believers, "Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise, the fruit of lips that confess His name." This passage highlights the sacrificial nature of praise, suggesting that it is an offering pleasing to God.

Praise as a Witness

Praise not only glorifies God but also serves as a witness to others. In Acts 16:25 , Paul and Silas, while imprisoned, "were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening to them." Their praise in the midst of suffering became a testimony to those around them, demonstrating the power and presence of God even in dire circumstances.

Conclusion

Praise is a vital expression of the believer's relationship with God, reflecting His glory and majesty. Through praise, Christians acknowledge God's attributes, celebrate His deeds, and bear witness to His greatness. As both a personal and communal act, praise is an essential component of the Christian life, drawing believers closer to God and proclaiming His glory to the world.

Torrey's Topical Textbook

Psalm 22:23
You that fear the LORD, praise him; all you the seed of Jacob, glorify him; and fear him, all you the seed of Israel.
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Psalm 50:23
Whoever offers praise glorifies me: and to him that orders his conversation aright will I show the salvation of God.
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Greek

4888. sundoxazo -- to join in approving, hence to glorify together
... Moreover if (1487 ) children, heirs also; indeed heirs of God even fellow ... hence to
glorify together NASB Word Usage glorified (1 ... glorify together, join in praise. ...
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Library

Of the Sovereign Praise which God Gives unto Himself, and How we ...
... Amen." As though we expressed a wish that God should be glorified for ever ... that all
the praises of men and angels are too low to praise worthily the ...
/.../francis/treatise on the love of god/chapter xii of the sovereign.htm

Christ Glorified as the Builder of his Church
... He is glorified, and it is all his own glory. Oh, when you get to heaven,
ye children of God, will ye praise any but your Master? ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 4 1858/christ glorified as the builder.htm

Sixth Day. Holiness and Glory.
... God is glorified in the holiness of His people. ... To lose sight of self, and seek
only God's glory, is holiness. 2. Our Holiness as Praise. ...
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Knowing Myself Beloved and So Glorified of God Almighty in Another ...
... Knowing myself beloved and so glorified of God Almighty in another world, I ought
to honour ... Seven times a day will I praise Thee, for Thy glorious mercy. ...
/.../traherne/centuries of meditations/92 knowing myself beloved and.htm

Prayer, Praise and Thanksgiving
... helps praise so mightily as a gracious revival of true religion in the Church. The
conscious presence of God inspires song. The angels and the glorified ones ...
/.../bounds/the essentials of prayer/iv prayer praise and thanksgiving.htm

Man's Crown and God's
... He who is glorified by God glorifies God, as showing the most wonderful ... Such a man
will glorify God by becoming a conscious herald of His praise. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture h/mans crown and gods.htm

Psalm 69 Part 3 Christ's Obedience and Death; Or, God Glorified ...
... CM Christ's obedience and death; or, God glorified and sinners saved. ... To God their
voices raise,. ... And join t' advance the praise. Zion is thine, most holy God,. ...
/.../watts/the psalms and hymns of isaac watts/psalm 69 part 3 christs.htm

Psalm CL.
... yoke: being justified, we are healed by mercy, that we may not fear judgment: being
glorified, we pass into everlasting life, where we praise God without end ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm cl.htm

Knowledge. Worship. Gratitude.
... is plain that many are not thankful to God, for they never praise him with ... professors,
of whom it is said that, when they knew God, they glorified him not ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 30 1884/knowledge worship gratitude.htm

Psalm 69:3. Third Part. CM Christ's Obedience and Death; Or, God ...
... CM Christ's obedience and death; or, God glorified and sinners saved ... all that dwell
on high, To God their voices ... assist the sky, And join t' advance the praise. ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/watts/the psalms of david/psalm 69 3 0 third part c.htm