The Lord inhabits the praises of His people (Psalm 22:3). He sits in the
heavenly heights above, but He cares for every detail that concerns the lives
of His people.
The cosmos of the waters resting above the skies, the sun, moon and shining
stars all praise Him (Psalm 148:3-4). The angels and all of His heavenly hosts
praise Him (Psalm 148:1-2).
Should we do anything less? Creation worships His name because they know He
is their Creator and He established them forever, issuing a decree that will
never pass away (Psalm 148:5-6).
The grand sea creatures in the deepest oceans, the stormy lightning, hail,
bitter snow, thick and dark clouds and swirling winds all do His bidding (Psalm
148:7-8). Even the mountains and hills, fruit trees and cedars clap their hands
in His honor (Isaiah 55:12; Psalm 148:9).
Wild animals, domestic cattle, the smallest creatures to the largest
animals, and all the flying birds give Him the honor and glory that is due to
His name.
Ultimately, even the rulers, kings and princes of all the nations of the
earth will bow in humble praise at the mention of the name of Jesus (Psalm
148:10-11).
The name of Jesus alone is exalted; and His splendor is known above the
earth and the heavens. Eventually, even Israel, the people closest to His
heart, will praise His name (Psalm 148:13-14).
All of the people on the earth; the young and old, men and women, and also
the children and teenagers will give Him the honor and praise due to His name
(Psalm 148:12).
Prayer:
Father God, we join all of creation, the people to the ends of the earth,
and even those in Israel who honor Your name in giving You glory and praise. We
lift our voice in praise to You for Your goodness, mercy and love. We look
forward to our time of dwelling with You for eternity and continuing to serve
at Your pleasure.
Keep us connected to Your Spirit each moment of our day; so that we can
walk in Your perfect will for us. We look forward to Your divine appointments
for us as we live, move and have our entire being wrapped up in Your love, joy,
peace and righteousness. We love You with our whole heart and worship You in
the beauty of Your holiness.
Thought for
the Day:
From the
rising to the setting of the sun, we share with others the greatness of the
name of Jesus, we corporately and individually worship Him, and we spread His
great name among the nations.
- Malachi 1:11
