SCRIPTURE: PSALM 148
MEMORY VERSE:
“Let them praise the name of the Lord, for his name alone is exalted; his splendor is above the earth and the heavens.” (Psalm 148:13)
The word “Praise” appeared 12 times in this chapter.
WHO MUST PRAISE THE LORD?
- His angels and his heavenly host. (v. 2)
- Sun and moon (v. 3)
- Highest heaves and water above the skies. (v. 4)
- Sea creatures and all ocean depth (v. 7)
- Lighting and hail, snow and clouds, stormy winds (v. 8)
- Mountains and all hills, fruit trees and all cedars (v. 9)
- Wild animals and all cattle, small creatures and flying birds (v. 10)
- Kings of the earth and all nations, princes and all rulers on earth (v. 11)
- Young men and maidens, old men and children (v. 12)
WHY DO WE HAVE TO PRAISE THE LORD?
- He commanded and they were created. (v. 5)
- He set his creation in place forever and ever. (v. 6a)
- He gave a decree that will never pass away. (v. 6b)
- Only his name is exalted and his splendor is above the earth and the heavens. (v. 13)
- He has raised up a home for his people. (v. 14)
THE PSALMIST SAID THAT THE FOLLOWING MUST PRAISE THE LORD:
- The heavens – angels, heavenly bodies and the clouds.
- The earth – dept s of the sea, height of the mountain, winds and trees.
- Mankind – all men and women created in God’s image.
THOUGHTS:
God’s creation is composed of harmonious parts blended together like a majestic symphony that offer songs of praise to the Lord. As believers of God, we must praise God by singing songs and playing musical instrument to glorify Him.