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Sacrifice of Praise

Hebrews 13:14-15

For here we do not seek an enduring city; instead we seek the one to come. Therefore, through Him let us continually offer up to God a sacrifice of praise, that is, the fruit of our lips that confess His name.

Our souls are never satisfied here on earth because what we seek is a city yet to come. We build anticipation and await events, but when those events pass, we find ourselves longing for the next big thing. Perhaps, that is why we experience such a lull just after Christmas until spring arrives. The writer of Hebrews instructs us to deal with this insatiable longing by offering up a sacrifice of praise.

Nothing will satisfy the longing of our souls as the presence of a completely satisfying God. We must remember that He dwells in the praises of His people. When we begin to offer Him praise from our mouths even when our emotions don’t participate, God begins to draw near and commune with us, bringing our hearts in tune with Him. In that moment, we experience the peace of knowing He is with us just as He promised, and nothing else matters. In this manner, praise leads us to true worship, which God honors.

Take time to praise God today. Regardless of what your emotions may be telling you, exalt the One who can lift you above your emotional lull and satisfy the longing of your soul with His presence. When He is with you, all things are possible.

Have a blessed day!

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