When we dwell on the goodness of God, His goodness surrounds us and pervades our thoughts and attitudes. When we think faith-filled thoughts and speak faith-filled words, we align ourselves more closely with God and His will and purpose for us. When we praise and worship God, we draw closer to Him.
Through communion with God, we gain understanding and perspective of His hand in our lives. Worship puts us on His wavelength. Praise invigorates our faith; it encourages us to see beyond our present circumstances and to focus instead on the fulfillment of God’s promises in answer to our prayers. Gratefulness turns times of trouble into times of triumph. Praise reminds us that with God, all things are possible (Mark 10:27).
The more you praise God and express your love for Him, the more reasons you will find to praise Him. The more you worship God, the more naturally your words or praise to Him will flow. We can praise our heavenly Father for all the wonderful things He has done for us in the past and will do for us in the future. The Bible says, “Let everything that has breath praise the Lord” (Psalm 150:6).
Jesus, plant within us that desire to pursue You and our relationship with You. Help us to persevere in our relationship with You. Help us not to get so wrapped up in our work and the things of everyday life that we neglect the most important thing—our relationship with You.
May we be ever nearer to You.