Inhabiting in Praise

 

Text: Psalm 22:3 (KJV)

But thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel.

Friends, praise is more than singing beautiful songs. Yes, it is an expression of our faith, gratitude, and confidence in God so it is important that we make praise our habitation and a lifestyle. God dwells in the praises of His people. And, praise creates an atmosphere where God’s presence is welcomed and manifested. So, when we praise God, we declare that He is worthy regardless of what we are going through.  Though difficult circumstances can make us complain instead of living in praise, but we can change our mindset, today. Unfortunately, we focus so much on what is wrong and we forget what God has already done. But when we praise God, it shifts our attention from the size of our problem to the greatness of our God. Psalm 100:4 - Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.

Amazingly, Paul and Silas were beaten and imprisoned, yet at midnight they prayed and sang praises to God. Acts 16:25–26 says, “And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God… And suddenly there was a great earthquake.” Their praise happened before their deliverance.  Jehoshaphat also experienced victory when singers went before the army praising God. 2 Chronicles 20:22 says, “And when they began to sing and to praise, the LORD set ambushments against the children of Ammon…”  Therefore, learn to praise God even in difficult seasons. Praise does not mean you deny your problems; it means you acknowledge that God is greater than your problem in Jesus  name.

Prayer Point:

Oh Lord, give me a heart of praise even in difficult seasons as you help me to trust Your faithfulness and worship regardless of my circumstances in Jesus’ name.

Action Quote: Friends, learn to praise God before the breakthrough, because your circumstances may change, but God remains worthy of your praise.