I praise you, God, "who always leads us as captives in Christ's triumphal procession and uses us to spread the aroma of the knowledge of him everywhere" --- 2 Corinthians 2:14
PRAYER THOUGHT
When C.S. Lewis became a Christian, he frankly admitted that he did not understand the importance of praise. Then, as Lewis studied, prayed and meditated on the Scripture, it dawned on him that, "Praise is the means by which God reveals Himself to His people."
Have you ever stopped to think about what it really means to praise God?
The act of praise is simply giving credit where credit is due. When God gives a special blessing to us, we are to praise Him and give Him credit for the blessing. If He allows a trial to come our way, we are to praise Him because we are confident that He is going to work all things together for our good.
ACTION PLAN
Even with Christ on the throne of your life, you still face many pressures and trials. How do you maintain a calm, positive spirit in the midst of it all?"
Here is my answer to his question. One of the major secrets to a positive, joyful spirit is praise. When I am between appointments, or driving the car or taking a walk, I always try to meditate on our loving and magnificent God and praise Him for His mercy, love, goodness, and grace. Praise keeps things in perspective, and the trials and problems of life grow dim in comparison to the glorious light of our wonderful Lord. Praise Him!
