A Call to Praise: Remembering God’s Mighty Works
Praise the Lord! Praise the name of the Lord; Praise Him, O you servants of the Lord! You who stand in the house of the Lord, in the courts of the house of our God. ~ Psalm 135:1-2
Psalm 135 is a powerful reminder of why we praise God. It’s not just because He commands it, but because He is truly worthy. This Psalm talks about God’s greatness, His power over creation, His faithfulness to His people, and His justice over idols and false gods. It is a call to worship based on remembering who God is and all He has done.
There have been times in my life when I have struggled to find reasons to praise. When circumstances felt overwhelming and fear tried to take hold, praising God was not my first instinct. Many times, it felt more natural to complain or question why things were going the way they were. Now I understand that praise is often the very thing that shifts my perspective and starts things headed in a new direction.
Actually, it wasn’t too long ago when I had been feeling tension about a family situation I was dealing with. I let myself get caught up in a discussion talking about only what I could see in those natural circumstances. It didn’t make me feel any better, in fact I felt worse. The more I had talked about it, the more impossible the situation seemed to be. It was at that time I realized that I needed to shift my focus and begin thanking my Father for the progress that had been made in the situation. The next Sunday, we sang a worship song in church about how worthy He is to receive our praise, and I realized that His name is above every circumstance in this world. Even my struggle which I knew He was with me in. I began to lift high His name above the name of my troubles and surrender them to the name of Jesus. My heart overflowed with peace and joy knowing He is at work, and He is working that miracle, and I could see the tides finally begin to turn.
When I got home that day after service, I opened my Bible and read this passage in Psalm 135. As I meditated on the ways God had been faithful, not just in Scripture but in my own life. My heart was completely turn around and I could see hope again. I could see His hand in my past, in my provision, in my protection. I began to praise, not because my situation had suddenly changed, but because I realized that God never changes. The same God who led His people out of Egypt, who provided for them in the wilderness, who defeated their enemies, He was with me too.
Below is a list of things you can do when you don’t feel like praising and begin to lift high His name above every name of circumstances in your life.
- Make a Praise List – Write down ways God has been faithful in your life. Remember answered prayers, unexpected blessings, and His constant presence.
- Speak His Name – Psalm 135 starts with “Praise the name of the Lord.” Sometimes, just saying His name, the name of Jesus, is enough to shift the atmosphere.
- Reject the Idols – Verses 15-18 remind us that idols are powerless. In today’s world, we may not worship statues, but we can allow worry, control, or distractions to take God’s place in our hearts. Identify anything that is stealing your peace and attention from God and surrender it to Him.
- Praise Before the Breakthrough – Even when you don’t feel like it, praise Him. Worship is an act of faith that opens the door to the Holy Spirit even when circumstances don’t make sense. He will reach through your open heart right into every area of your life.
Here is how you can get the praising started:
- Read Psalm 135 aloud – Let the words remind you of God’s greatness.
- Find a worship song that focuses on God’s power and sing along, even if it’s just a whisper at first.
- Write down three things you can praise God for today, big or small.
- Say His name throughout your day: “Jesus, I trust You.”
Today I want to encourage you as your readPsalm 135 to remember that we serve a living, powerful, and faithful God. He is not like the empty idols of the world. He sees, hears, and moves on behalf of His people. No matter what you face today, let praise be your response. Praise Him for what He has done, for what He is doing, and for what He will do.
Take a moment right now to lift your hands, speak His name, and bless the Lord! He is worthy.
Today’s Scripture Reading: Psalm 135
1 Praise the Lord! Praise the name of the Lord; Praise Him, O you servants of the Lord!
2 You who stand in the house of the Lord, in the courts of the house of our God,
3 Praise the Lord, for the Lord is good; Sing praises to His name, for it is pleasant.
4 For the Lord has chosen Jacob for Himself, Israel for His special treasure.
5 For I know that the Lord is great, and our Lord is above all gods.
6 Whatever the Lord pleases He does, in heaven and in earth, in the seas and in all deep places.
7 He causes the vapors to ascend from the ends of the earth; He makes lightning for the rain; He brings the wind out of His treasuries.
8 He destroyed the firstborn of Egypt, both of man and beast.
9 He sent signs and wonders into the midst of you, O Egypt, upon Pharaoh and all his servants.
10 He defeated many nations and slew mighty kings—
11 Sihon king of the Amorites, Og king of Bashan, and all the kingdoms of Canaan—
12 And gave their land as a heritage, a heritage to Israel His people.
13 Your name, O Lord, endures forever, Your fame, O Lord, throughout all generations.
14 For the Lord will judge His people, and He will have compassion on His servants.
15 The idols of the nations are silver and gold, the work of men’s hands.
16 They have mouths, but they do not speak; Eyes they have, but they do not see;
17 They have ears, but they do not hear; Nor is there any breath in their mouths.
18 Those who make them are like them; So is everyone who trusts in them.
19 Bless the Lord, O house of Israel! Bless the Lord, O house of Aaron!
20 Bless the Lord, O house of Levi! You who fear the Lord, bless the Lord!
21 Blessed be the Lord out of Zion, Who dwells in Jerusalem! Praise the Lord!
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