Saturday, November 10, 2018

Sing Praise to God

Do you sing? I don't mean to ask if you are a soloist. Do you ever sing? What if I told you that God wants you to sing to Him? The Bible encourages all of us to sing to God. It's worship from your heart and lips to praise God. He's not listening for you to sing like a professional. He wants you to sing to Him from your heart. The psalmist said, "I will praise You, O LORD, with my whole heart" (Psalm 9:1).

Even if you don't often sing, listen to others sing to God. Focus on the words of praise and thanksgiving. Let your heart agree and use those words to express to God how you adore Him. The Spirit of God uses music to touch our hearts, even to change our lives.

True worship gives praise and glory to God, and that is often done through singing. It's not about a performance nor entertainment. It's about truly worshiping God. Sing your way into God's presence. The psalmist said, "To You, O LORD, I will sing praises" (Psalm 101:1). You are not singing for others. You are singing unto the LORD.

When you are alone, a song about the Lord may come to mind. Speak the words to God. Express your worship of Him. Go ahead. Sing those words to the Lord. If you are off key or miss a note, it's okay. True worship always comes from your heart. Your song to God will be pleasing to Him. Say to God, "I will sing praise to Your name, O Most High" (Psalm 9:2).