EXALT
Psalm 150:6
“Let everything that has breath praise the Lord.”
Exalt (eks-ALT means praise, applaud) the Lord, all the earth! We can be sure that Jesus’ disciples felt like clapping their appreciation and admiration for Him after He calmed the wind and waves with a single command. (See Seismos devotion).
Lightning’s fire ball seized the attention of the fifth-graders as it blazed a trail through the dark afternoon sky. A second later, BOOM thundered through the entire school. “Everyone, let’s file downstairs now” their teacher said as the recess bell sounded.
Lightning’s fire ball seized the attention of the fifth-graders as it blazed a trail through the dark afternoon sky. A second later, BOOM thundered through the entire school. “Everyone, let’s file downstairs now” their teacher said as the recess bell sounded.
Cassie was the first one to get to the classroom door. Opening it, she giggled to Missy who followed behind, “How exciting—I love thunderstorms!”
“Yeah, but we can’t play much inside during recess” Scotty whined. “How come you’re always so happy—even when it’s raining, Cassie?”
Missy answered, “Because it’s recess!
Cassie giggled again. “It’s no use to be sad because it’s raining, Scotty. We need rain. I just planted flowers in my garden last night. They’re smiling right now.”
Cassie’s got the right attitude. How can God’s kids appreciate whatever’s happening every minute of every day? As we keep our eyes focused on Jesus, complaining doesn’t make sense. Even when things get screwy, we know Who’s in charge. We trust our security in Jesus, regardless of what’s happening—inside or out. That confidence comes from our certainty that God is sovereign (SOV-rin means supreme ruler). Nothing happens outside of His control.
With happy hearts, we can obey Psalm 118:24’s command. It says, “This is a day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” Just with smiling faces, and cheerful attitudes, we exalt our Lord. Worshipping our awesome God becomes fun instead of a task when we consider His many outstanding qualities.
Before getting depressed, it’s advisable to consider Jesus. He is faithful, eternal, all-knowing, just, merciful, gracious, impartial, infinite. He’s the same every day. In a word, He’s perfect! Now are you smiling? Good! Keep it up, when you realize that He’s all powerful, almighty, righteous, wise, accessible, compassionate, all wise. He knows every star by name. He’s also personal.
He knows your name (Isaiah 43:1-2).
We can adore Him, respect Him, love Him. He’s honored when we strive to know Him better.
Take Home Nugget
Meditation (med-i-TA-shon means to purposefully think hard and long about something) is another way for God’s kids to exalt Him. Think of God’s names: Creator, Love, Redeemer, Shepherd, Savior, Lord, Father, Comforter, Teacher. I AM.
Of course He is!!!
Applauding God becomes our life’s purpose. The more we exalt the Lord, the more we’re blessed.
Let us worship our King Amazing, glorious above! Gratefully, boldly we sing His power and His love.
J.D. Griffith
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