Praising Scripture - Dec 28

Annual Bible Reading Plan:

ZEC.11-12
ROM.12

2024 31-Day Praising Day 28:

Sing "Hallelujah" to Praise God (Psalm 113:1-9)
(Memory verses:1-3)

1 Praise the Lord!
Praise, O servants of the Lord,
praise the name of the Lord!
2 Blessed be the name of the Lord
from this time forth and forevermore!
3 From the rising of the sun to its setting,
the name of the Lord is to be praised!
4 The Lord is high above all nations,
and his glory above the heavens!
5 Who is like the Lord our God,
who is seated on high,
6 who looks far down
on the heavens and the earth?
7 He raises the poor from the dust
and lifts the needy from the ash heap,
8 to make them sit with princes,
with the princes of his people.
9 He gives the barren woman a home,
making her the joyous mother of children.
Praise the Lord!

Reflection:
Over the next few days, we will practice praising God with the “Hallelujah” psalms. The opening or closing line of these psalms is often “Praise the Lord!”—a phrase derived from the Hebrew “Hallelujah.” These psalms were traditionally sung by the Israelites during their festivals.
Psalm 113 calls God’s people, especially His servants, to glorify and praise Him. As His people and servants, it is our privilege and duty to praise His name, which is exalted above the earth, and to declare His everlasting glory.
This glorious and exalted God humbles Himself to care for His creation. He raises the poor and lifts the needy, giving them honor and joy. He brings comfort to the barren, making them fruitful and joyous. How can we not bow before Him in worship and gratitude?
God’s compassion transforms our sorrow into joy, wipes away our tears, and crowns us with honor. Truly, He is worthy of our praise! From the rising of the sun to its setting, from now and forevermore, let us praise the Lord!