Date: January 28, 2010 8:39 PM
Topic: +DEV+ Praising God
Praising God
“David...danced before the Lord with all his might, while he and the entire house of Israel brought up the ark of the Lord with shouts and the sound of trumpets.” (2 Samuel 6:14-15)
Scripture Focus: 2 Samuel 6:16-22
David danced joyfully before the Lord when they brought the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem. He wasn’t shy about it either; he did it in front of all the people, and God was pleased. His wife Michael was embarrassed by his exuberant display, but David said, “I danced for the Lord. I will celebrate before Him” (see 2 Samuel 6:21-22). His focus was on the Lord.
We have many ways of praising God, but the important thing is that God receives the expression from our hearts. His Word encourages us to praise Him in many ways: alone, in the assembly of believers, before unbelievers, with singing, with musical instruments, in the morning, at night.
But the prophet Isaiah recorded a very sad message and warning. While Israel kept their schedule of festivals and appointed feasts, they brought offerings and sacrifices and celebrated, assuming they were pleasing Him. But God was not pleased. What He was looking for in their joyful celebration was lives that matched their praises.
Insight: Praising God brings us closer to Him and reflects our love for Him. He values praise from our hearts that are in sync with our obedience to Him.
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