Deuteronomy 31:8
November 16, 2024
TODAY’S GOSPEL READING – 16 NOVEMBER
November 16, 2024
THE 16th OF NOVEMBER
WE SHOULD PRAISE GOD AT ALL TIMES
I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth. My soul shall make its boast in the Lord; the humble shall hear of it and be glad. – Psalms 34:1-2
We may learn from King David’s psalms, to live the right way, in accordance with God’s statutes, inorder to win God’s favor by always giving thanks and praise. He did not have an easy, safe life, but he chose to count his blessings and never forget who God is and how much He did for him. It is easy to bless the Lord and have a thankful heart when things go well, but it is completely different when things go wrong or when we are in pain.
By learning to praise God even for the little things, it will be easier to continue to do so when we have more than enough and we will better handle the hard times too. Whenever we choose to boast in the Lord and not in our own strength and abilities, we remain humble and give God the glory He deserves. It is more enjoyable to be around humble people than prideful, arrogant ones.
SUGGESTED PRAYER
You deserve all the praises and glory dear Lord! I am so looking forward to the time when I will praise You non-sop in heaven. Whenever I am thinking about how amazing it will be there, my heart becomes full of joy and whatever I am going through seems less important. The more I praise You, the better my attitude is, the better I behave and the less prideful I am. Please help me to always give You all the glory and never boast in myself, but keep a humble heart so that I may be a pleasant presence for those around me. You deserve all the glory, praises and honor dear Lord. Thank You so much for all You have done. I trust Your Providence and surrender to You, n the Name of Jesus the Lord, Amen
