Are you
struggling today? Some days it seems easier to give up, to stay in bed, to
embrace defeat in our lives. There is pain, suffering, sickness, worry and
stress. Let’s begin this morning by praising our God together. Recognize He is
bigger than our defeat, more powerful than our weakness, more loving than any
other human being. Soak in His love and praise Him for every little blessing.
For
everything God created is good and nothing is to be rejected if it is received
with thanksgiving. 1 Timothy 4:4
This next verse can
change your heart and mind. Sometimes our praise is a sacrifice to us. We
certainly don’t feel like praising God when everything is falling apart. But
God finds great joy in our praise, especially when it is difficult. Praise him
for His goodness, for His love and for His light even when He seems far away. It will
turn your attention to Him rather than on your troubles.
Through
Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise-the
fruit of lips that openly profess His name. Hebrews 13:15
Jesus,
In our darkest hours, we praise You. In our defeat,
we praise You. In our despair we praise You. Open our hearts to the sacrifice
of praise and we will be lifted up.
Amen
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