Well, I found that if I didn’t praise Him, I was tempted to get upset, frustrated, worried, bitter, etc. I’ve found that praising God brings Him on the scene and calms me down. I’m open to His voice at that time. The other reason I praise Him is that the Bible commands me to do so in many verses.
For me, it was difficult at first to praise God in all things. I wasn’t willing to do it. I found out that I was really holding a grudge against God for not working things out the way I wanted Him to in my life. Not good. Once I began praising Him in all things, I found, more and more, that I wanted to surrender my will to His plan for my life. That’s really good to do, and although it involves waiting for His plans for my life to be unveiled, I trust Him when I praise Him. Keeps me living with the right perspective. I don’t know what He’s up to a lot of the time, but I know He’s working all things together for my good because He knows I love Him.
I will praise the Lord no matter what happens. I will constantly speak of his glories and grace. I will boast of all his kindness to me. Let all who are discouraged take heart. Let us praise the Lord together and exalt his name.
Psalm 34:1-3
God bless,
Mark