How Do You Praise the Lord?

May 26, 2023

Praising the LORD is a way of showing Him how much we love Him. It is a deeply personal act we are inspired to do in celebration of God's glory and goodness. Christian praise and worship is referenced multiple times throughout the Bible and has its roots in the Tabernacle of Moses. The importance of praise is clear once you are familiar with the topic. If you want to learn more about praising the LORD, this article is for you.

In this article, we will discuss different ways to praise the LORD, Bible verses related to praising the LORD and why we should praise Him.

What are some examples of praise to God?

Praising the LORD is not a difficult task. If you are looking for examples of praise, here is a short list:

Singing. Singing praises is a powerful way to express your love and adoration. You can create your own songs of praise, sing hymns, or lift up your voice with modern Christian songs. “Sing to the LORD, praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day. Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples. For great is the LORD and most worthy of praise; he is to be feared above all gods. For all the gods of the nations are idols, but the LORD made the heavens.” (Psalm 96:2-5)
Expressing thankfulness. Spend time being grateful to God for all the ways in which he has blessed you. Prayer is the first and foremost way in which we can express our thankfulness to God. You can also do this by meditating and making a list of things you are thankful for.
Reflecting on His goodness. The Bible says that everything good comes from God and that His goodness is always with us. In order to reflect upon the goodness of God, take time to think about how God has blessed you and provided for you in your life. Acknowledge His mercy, grace and love, and the ways He has shown His faithfulness to you.
Praising Him with others. Praising God with others is an excellent way to connect with people and mature in your faith. Make an effort to praise the LORD alongside friends, family, or other members of your church.
Reading and meditating on scripture. The Bible is full of verses of praise and glory to God. Reading and meditating on these verses can help you experience oneness with God and declare your praise. Begin by selecting a verse or phrase of Scripture and reading it over several times. Try to memorize it, then think about it one word at a time, considering what it conveys about the LORD, His plan, and his work in your life.

Remember, there is no "right" or "wrong" way to praise the Lord. As long as your heart is open and sincere, God will hear and receive your praise.

How does the Bible say we should praise God?

Multiple scriptures in the Bible refer to praising the LORD. There are so many, in fact, that we are not able to list them all in this article. Each verse about praise is meaningful and unique, so we encourage you to also to do your own research about praise in your Bible.

Here are some verses we selected that are specific to praise:

Praise with your whole heart. “I will praise you, Lord my God, with all my heart; I will glorify your name forever.” (Psalm 86:12)

Use words for praise. “My tongue will proclaim your righteousness, your praises all day long. (Colossians 3:17)

Praise God with actions. “And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” (Psalm 35:28)

Praise the NAME of the LORD. “Let them praise the name of the LORD, for his name alone is exalted; his splendor is above the earth and the heavens. (Psalm 148:13)

Praise Him with musical instruments. “Praise him with the sounding of the trumpet, praise him with the harp and lyre….” (Psalm 150:3)

Praise the LORD with singing. “Praise the Lord. Sing to the Lord a new song, his praise in the assembly of his faithful people.” (Psalm 149:1)

Praise God with uprightness. “I will praise you with an upright heart as I learn your righteous laws.” (Psalm 119:7)

Always Praise Him. “I will extol the Lord at all times; his praise will always be on my lips.” (Psalm 34:1)

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Why is it important to praise God?

He is worthy of our praise. We praise the LORD because he deserves it! “Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom.” (Psalm 145:3) We praise God because He is our creator and His ways are perfect. He is the embodiment of absolute truth, love, holiness, supreme power , wisdom, and sovereignty. Our God is full of grace, mercy, blessings, and forgiveness.

We are Created to Praise Him. It is written in the Bible that we are to praise God. “To my people, my chosen, this people I have formed for myself; they shall declare my praise.” (Isaiah 43:21)

Praise is a Weapon in spiritual warfare. You may not associate praise with battle, but it is a powerful tool against the enemy. The devil hates praise. His goal is to break you down and keep you from honoring God. Praise silences him and makes him retreat. Giving praise to God squashes Satan’s shameless accusations and lies.

Praise has been used in battles. 2 Chronicles 20:21 states, “After consulting the people, Jehoshaphat appointed men to sing to the Lord and to praise him for the splendor of his holiness as they went out at the head of the army, saying: “Give thanks to the Lord, for his love endures forever.”

Praise leads to victory. In Acts 16:25-26 we learn that praise won the battle over evil when Roman magistrates had Paul and Silas beaten and falsely imprisoned. When they were praying and singing hymns of praise in their cell, an earthquake came, shook the prison, and the doors flew open. Their shackles fell off. They were free!

Conclusion

Praising the LORD is a personal act of worship in which we honor and glorify God by showing our love for him. There are multiple ways in which we can praise God and verses in the Bible that reference this. We are created for worship, and we are to praise God because he is worthy. Praise is a powerful weapon in spiritual warfare and forces the devil to flee. The Bible gives accounts of battles being won after giving praise to the LORD. Praise leads us to spiritual victory and communion with God.