NOTE: Again this is NOT a Summons Message. This is one of a series of questions, how many I do not know. Today’s questions are from King David, the Psalmist of Israel, during a visit in Heaven with Ruben, the Messenger. Try to imagine him sitting across from you and speaking this message to you personally. There are some Scripture references from the Psalms about praising God below. But there are many more to be found by you.
For The Journey and Ruben,
Judy
The Questions:
King David asks: “What does praise music and praising God do for you? Does it motivate you? Or not? Does it bring pleasure to you? Do you enjoy praising God? Or is it just what you do at church—just tradition?
“Praise breaks yokes. Praise breaks bondages. Praise opens portals and brings answers and breakthroughs. If you praise and worship you will see a difference. Commit yourself to praise! Even when you’re driving, taking a shower, when out for a walk, while working, even when you’re flying!
“Praise, and praise, and praise! Do not be ashamed of praising God for it’s biblical. The Father says, ‘If you’re ashamed of Me then I’m ashamed of you.’ Praise! Praise! Praise!
“So, the time will come when you will be filled with the Spirit and praise like you’ve never praised before! Worship like you’ve never worshipped before! Shout out, yell and cry like never before! And on your knees like you’ve never been before—Praise! Do not be concerned what’s on the left or right or behind you; just Praise! Praise! Praise! Sing a New Song from your heart! You’ll see a difference. You’ll see how the Father is drawn to praise—to your praises! Because you’re praising from your heart; not because you have to, but from your heart! Praise! Praise!”
Praise Scriptures:
“I will praise you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all the marvelous things you have done. I will be filled with joy because of you. I will sing praises to your name, O Most High.” Psalms 9:1-2 NLT
“It’s time to sing and shout for joy! Go ahead, all you redeemed ones, do it! Praise him with all you have, for praise looks lovely on the lips of God’s lovers.” Psalms 33:1 TPT
“I WILL bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth.” Psalm 34:1 AMPC
“Unto You, O my Strength, I will sing praises; for God is my Defense, my Fortress, and High Tower, the God Who shows me mercy and steadfast love.” Psalm 59:17 AMPC
“All the earth shall bow down to You and sing [praises] to You; they shall praise Your name in song. Selah [pause, and calmly think of that]!
Bless our God, O peoples, give Him grateful thanks and make the voice of His praise be heard,”. Psalm 66:4, 8 AMPC
“Sing to God, sing praises to His name, cast up a highway for Him Who rides through the deserts–His name is the Lord–be in high spirits and glory before Him!”
“Sing to God, O kingdoms of the earth, sing praises to the Lord! Selah [pause, and calmly think of that]! [Sing praises] to Him Who rides upon the heavens, the ancient heavens; behold, He sends forth His voice, His mighty voice.” Psalm 68:4, 32-33 AMPC
“Come on, everyone! Let’s sing for joy to the Lord! Let’s shout our loudest praises to our God who saved us! Everyone come meet his face with a thankful heart. Don’t hold back your praises; make him great by your shouts of joy!” Psalms 95:1-2 TPT
“O SING to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth!
For great is the Lord and greatly to be praised; He is to be reverently feared and worshiped above all [so-called] gods. [Deut. 6:5; Rev. 14:7.]”
Psalm 96:1, 4 AMPC
“I WILL extol You, my God, O King; and I will bless Your name forever and ever [with grateful, affectionate praise]. Every day [with its new reasons] will I bless You [affectionately and gratefully praise You]; yes, I will praise Your name forever and ever.
My mouth shall speak the praise of the Lord; and let all flesh bless (affectionately and gratefully praise) His holy name forever and ever.”
Psalm 145:1-2, 21 AMPC
“PRAISE THE Lord! Sing to the Lord a new song, praise Him in the assembly of His saints! Let the saints be joyful in the glory and beauty [which God confers upon them]; let them sing for joy upon their beds. Let the high praises of God be in their throats and a two-edged sword in their hands. [Heb. 4:12; Rev. 1:16.]” Psalm 149:1, 5-6 AMPC
“Let everything that has breath and every breath of life praise the Lord! Praise the Lord! (Hallelujah!) Psalm 150:6 AMPC