Something New
Praise the Lord! Sing to the Lord a new song, and His praise in the assembly of saints. ~ Psalms 149:1
It seems like just about every day, a new song comes out. I’m talking about just in the praise and worship genre alone. While I love these songs that praise God for His great love and salvation, today’s scripture talks about a new song. As I thought about that phrase, I had the feeling that the writer was talking about more than just words with a new tune. That’s when it dawned on me that a new song in my heart is what I want to sing each time He does something new in my life.
This realization brought me to an important question: Do I recognize when God does something new, and am I following Him close enough for Him to be able to do those new things that He wants to show me in my life?
God is constantly at work, renewing, restoring, and revealing His plans. Isaiah 43:19 reminds us, See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? But sometimes we can get so caught up in our routines or challenges that we miss those moments of renewal. Singing a new song to the Lord means acknowledging His fresh mercies each day (Lamentations 3:22-23).
Something new from God can take many forms. It may be an answered prayer, a fresh perspective, a breakthrough in a difficult situation, or even a new opportunity. It could also be growth in your character, a deeper understanding of His Word, or renewed strength to persevere through a challenging season. Even in the mundane or the unexpected, God is present, bringing newness and transformation.
Take some time today and everyday to recognize and acknowledge His hand at work in your life. Here are some ways you can take time to consider them:
- Pause and Reflect: Spend time in God’s presence, asking Him to show you where He’s moving in your life. Keep a journal of answered prayers and moments where you’ve seen His hand at work.
- Express Gratitude: Just like Psalm 149 encourages, praise God with singing, dancing, and celebration. Whether you sing aloud, write a prayer of thanks, or create something artistic, express your gratitude for the newness He brings.
- Share Your Song: Your testimony is powerful. When you recognize and share what God has done in your life, it encourages others and magnifies His glory. Psalm 40:3 says, He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear the Lord and put their trust in Him.
To experience the new things God has for us, we need to remain close to Him. This means growing in our relationship with Him through prayer, worship, and time in His Word. Psalm 149:4 reminds us that the Lord takes pleasure in His people; He will beautify the humble with salvation. When we walk humbly before God, we position ourselves to see His transforming work in our lives.
Today I want to encourage you to read Psalm 149 as a beautiful reminder that our praise is not only a response to what God has done but also a song of faith for what He will continue to do. Singing a new song doesn’t take away from the importance of traditional praise and worship; instead, it adds a personal dimension of celebration and testimony.
God delights in our praise, and when we acknowledge His presence and the newness He brings, we experience His joy and strength. So today, take time to reflect on the fresh ways God is working in your life. Sing your new song with confidence, knowing it is a blessing to your Heavenly Father.
Today’s scripture reading: Psalms 149
1 Praise the Lord! Sing to the Lord a new song, and His praise in the assembly of saints.
2 Let Israel rejoice in their Maker; Let the children of Zion be joyful in their King.
3 Let them praise His name with the dance; Let them sing praises to Him with the timbrel and harp.
4 For the Lord takes pleasure in His people; He will beautify the humble with salvation.
5 Let the saints be joyful in glory; Let them sing aloud on their beds.
6 Let the high praises of God be in their mouth, and a two-edged sword in their hand,
7 To execute vengeance on the nations, and punishments on the peoples;
8 To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron;
9 To execute on them the written judgment— This honor have all His saints. Praise the Lord!
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