True praise begins as an attitude of the heart and blossoms into an activity of the lips. It is not enough to have thoughts of praise. We, who are called to be a “royal priesthood”, are expected to offer words and songs of praise.
When we speak or sing our praise it –
- places the tongue under submission to Christ. Remember that the tongue is called the unruly member of our body.
- releases the Holy Spirit to flow out of our spirit. The Holy Spirit in us is a spirit of praise and awaits the opportunity we give Him to flow out of us.
- gives clear witness to the power of God. We are called to give a comprehensible and bold witness of God’s might and faithfulness.
- inspires others to participate. We are called to be examples to other believers.
- provides a focus for unity. Our verbal praise helps to bring fellow believers to a common point of agreement and purpose.
- changes the spiritual climate. Our words promote and strengthen an awareness of the presence of God wherever we are.
- causes demonic spirits to be confused, scattered, and defeated. Like rats and cockroaches fleeing from light, so Satan and his forces must depart when God’s people lift their voices to the Lord in true praise.
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