Sing praises! Give thanks!
Psalm 30 verse 4 proclaims, “Sing praises to the Lord, O you his faithful ones,
and give thanks to his holy name.”
Sing praises! Give thanks!
CS Lewis once wrote, “I think we delight to praise what we enjoy because the praise not merely expresses, but completes the enjoyment; it is its appointed consummation. It is not out of compliment that lovers keep on telling one another how beautiful they are; the delight is incomplete till it is expressed. It is frustrating to have discovered a new author and not to be able to tell anyone how good he is; (or) to come suddenly, at the turn of the road, upon some mountain valley of unexpected grandeur and then to have to keep silent…”
We naturally praise what we love – and that is important.
It is also important to be in touch with the blessings that surround us on every side. It is important to recognize the gifts that have been given to us in life – including the very gift of life itself.
Today I pray that God would give you eyes to see his hand at work in your life – now and in the past. May you reflect on God’s grace, mercy, and forgiveness in your life. And then, may you sing praises and give thanks!
Let us pray: God of grace, Your mercy has touched our lives in countless ways over the years. You have carried us through the depths. You stepped into our world and became as we are in Jesus. We praise you for your goodness and grace. And we give you thanks. In Christ’s name. Amen.
Daily Message Author: Joe Albright
Joe began his ministry in Sarasota, Florida as an associate pastor, and it was in this capacity that he worked alongside the Reverend Dr. Roger Kunkel. Roger was a colleague who became a mentor and treasured friend. From Sarasota, Joe was called to Jacksonville, Florida where he served as the Head of Staff at Hodges Boulevard Presbyterian Church. Currently, Joe and his family worship and serve at Geneva Presbyterian Church in Switzerland, Florida. Full Bio
