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Praise is a fundamental aspect of the Christian life, reflecting a believer's acknowledgment of God's sovereignty, goodness, and mercy. The Bible emphasizes the importance of offering praise to God throughout one's life, not only as an expression of gratitude but also as a testament to faith and devotion.

Biblical Mandate for Praise During Life

The Scriptures consistently call believers to praise God during their earthly lives. Psalm 146:2 declares, "I will praise the LORD all my life; I will sing praises to my God while I have my being." This verse underscores the lifelong commitment to worship and honor God, emphasizing that praise is not limited to specific moments but is a continuous act of devotion.

Praise as a Daily Practice

The Bible encourages believers to incorporate praise into their daily routines. Psalm 34:1 states, "I will bless the LORD at all times; His praise will always be on my lips." This verse highlights the importance of maintaining an attitude of praise regardless of circumstances, suggesting that praise should be a constant and integral part of a believer's life.

Praise in All Circumstances

The apostle Paul, in his letters, reinforces the idea of praising God in every situation. In 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 , he writes, "Rejoice at all times. Pray without ceasing. Give thanks in every circumstance, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." This passage encourages believers to maintain a spirit of joy and gratitude, recognizing that praise is appropriate in both good times and bad.

Praise as a Witness to Others

Offering praise during life serves as a powerful witness to others. In Matthew 5:16 , Jesus instructs, "In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." By living a life of praise, believers can demonstrate the transformative power of faith, drawing others to the truth of the Gospel.

Praise as a Response to God's Works

The Bible frequently associates praise with the recognition of God's mighty works. Psalm 9:1-2 proclaims, "I will give thanks to the LORD with all my heart; I will recount all Your wonders. I will be glad and rejoice in You; I will sing praise to Your name, O Most High." This passage illustrates that praise is a natural response to witnessing God's actions and blessings in one's life.

Praise as a Command

Scripture presents praise not merely as an option but as a command for believers. Psalm 150:6 exhorts, "Let everything that has breath praise the LORD. Hallelujah!" This command encompasses all of creation, emphasizing that praising God is a duty for every living being.

Conclusion

Throughout the Bible, praise is depicted as an essential and ongoing aspect of the believer's life. It is a response to God's character and deeds, a daily practice, and a testimony to others. By offering praise during life, believers fulfill a divine mandate and express their devotion to the Almighty.

Torrey's Topical Textbook

Psalm 104:33
I will sing to the LORD as long as I live: I will sing praise to my God while I have my being.
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The Life of Anne Catherine Emmerich
... persons never did so, and that her speech should be only Yea, yea, and Nay, nay,
or Praise be to ... and all her actions and prayers were offered for the ...
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The Life of Sir Archibald Johnston, Lord Warriston.
... For here is not only a reward offered for apprehending ... was put, Whether the time
of his execution should be just ... getting a new song of the Lamb's praise in his ...
/.../howie/biographia scoticana scots worthies/the life of sir archibald.htm

The Life of Mr. Walter Mill.
... the cross for sin, and will never be offered again, for ... in the old and new Testament;
I praise God that ... away, denouncing a curse on any who should lay stones ...
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The Life of Mr. John Knox.
... to the lords, "That if John Knox offered to preach ... the resurrection of Christ, which
he should have preached ... he replied, "I hear, I praise God, and understand ...
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The Life of Mr. James Durham.
... rope or cord of the salvation offered, was let ... same, and that no church-officer should
be excepted ... advancement of practical religion, and whose praise in the ...
/.../howie/biographia scoticana scots worthies/the life of mr james 2.htm

A Summary of the Christian Life. Of Self-Denial.
... have followed virtue at least for the sake of praise. ... And lest we should have omitted
to perceive that this ... He commanded the first-fruits to be offered to him ...
/.../calvin/the institutes of the christian religion/chapter 7 a summary of.htm

The Life of Mr. Thomas Hog.
... goodness of God, to whom he ascribes the praise of all ... by his ministry, told him,
That he should go to ... but in a little the laird of Park offered him Knockgaudy ...
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How Far Christians Ought to be from Boasting, if they have done ...
... devil,"not through the desire of human praise, but through ... that he even ordered that
his son should be cast ... the Roman city by the great gifts offered to him ...
/.../augustine/city of god/chapter 18 how far christians ought.htm

Life of Bede
... that masses and holy prayers are diligently offered by you for ... he spake, because
they thought that they should see his ... and earnest on earth in the praise of God ...
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The Life of Mr. Hugh M'kail.
... In the winter 1661, he offered himself to trials ... also wonderfully assisted in prayer
and praise, to the ... strengthening of his fellow prisoners: How should he go ...
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