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Praise The Name?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who praise the name of the Lord. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Synonyms for the word “praise” include “adulation,” “tribute,” and “acclaim.”

Psalm 135:1-3 (ESV) uses the word “praise” three times in the first verse.

“Praise the Lord!
Praise the name of the Lord,
give praise, O servants of the Lord,
who stand in the house of the Lord,
in the courts of the house of our God!
Praise the Lord, for the Lord is good;
sing to his name, for it is pleasant!”

If there ever was a time to praise God, these verses call his people to praise him.

If you are alone or with other believers, take time to realize the Lord is good. Sing praises to his name.

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Praise God?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who know the name of the Lord is to be praised. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Synonyms for the word “praise” include works like exultation, glorification, honor, crown, homage, devotion, worship, reverence, veneration, and adulation.

Psalm 113:1-3 (ESV) puts praising the Lord at forefront.

“Praise the Lord!
Praise, O servants of the Lord,
praise the name of the Lord!

Blessed be the name of the Lord
from this time forth and forevermore!
From the rising of the sun to its setting,
the name of the Lord is to be praised!”

Some people use the expression, “Praise the Lord” casually. Do you make a habit of praising God? Will knowing the synonyms change the way you think about what it means to praise the Lord? Reread the psalm. Spend some time praising the Lord!

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