A switch of gears today. No commentary. No “human” thoughts. Just allowing Scripture to explain and illustrate Scripture.
Luke 19. Jesus is entering Jerusalem riding on a borrowed donkey. It was a prophecy fulfilled from Zechariah 9:9- “Rejoice, O people of Zion! Shout in triumph, O people of Jerusalem! Look, your king is coming to you. He is righteous and victorious, yet He is humble, riding on a donkey-riding on a donkey’s colt.” The people were shouting, “Hosanna! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord!” Meanwhile, the religious leaders were telling Jesus to silence His followers. Jesus replied, “If they keep quiet, the stones along the road would burst out into cheers!” (19:40)
Psalm 98:7-9a. “Let the sea and everything in it shout his praise! Let the earth and all living things join in. Let the rivers clap their hands in glee! Let the hills sing out their songs of joy before the Lord.” Jesus knew what He was talking about. If we don’t praise Him, creation will. This is only one example of Scripture, especially in the Psalms, where we are told creation will break out in praise.
Let’s not allow creation to do the praising. The sunrise. The sunset. The vivid colors. The display of God’s handiwork in the sky. The display of God’s creative ability in the changing leaves and the hues of colors. May we be like those on that first Palm Sunday shouting out our praise to the King of kings and Lord of lords.
{Note: All Scripture from New Living Translation}
In the busyness of life, this is another area where folks, self included, can allow responsibilities, duties, and yes even selfish ambition and desire pull us away from simply admiring, praising, and worshipping our creator. Praise is more than an upbeat song on a Sunday morning that includesGod in its lyrics. Praise, like worship is a lifestyle that shouldn’t stop as one hits the parking lot on a Sunday after a gathering. That should simply recharge us to pour out our praise for rest of the week.
Very true Ryan. worship is to be 24/7/365 not limited to an hour on a Sunday morning. Good thoughts. Thanks.
Shouting for joy right along with you this morning, Bill. Let none of us stay silent when it comes to praising our Savior.
Blessings, and have a great weekend!
Amen Martha! Silence should never be our action. it will be a busy one for sure. I have a wedding on Saturday with a rehearsal Friday night as well as studying for Sunday. Thanks for the blessings.
One reason I love to hike so much, is seeing God’s masterpieces in nature, from the tiniest light hitting a flower just right to majestic landscapes. Purposely looking for the small things to see the beauty in God’s creative hands that might be overlooked. It’s a reminder of how God sees us as well, noone is overlooked, every detail is important. Father may our praises be lifted up to You in neverending song of praise. May we be the shining light to Your kingdom as You have created us to be. Psalm 100 1Tim1:17
While I don’t hike, you know I ride. There are times I have simply stopped and had to marvel at God’s creation. I second your prayer.