Praise

The song "Praise" by Elevation Worship is a powerful anthem that calls us to worship God in every circumstance, echoing the sentiments of Psalm 150:6, "Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord." This verse, like the song, is a universal call to worship, a reminder that every breath we take is a gift from God, and therefore, a reason to praise Him.

The lyrics of the song beautifully illustrate the concept of praising God in all circumstances, a theme that is prevalent throughout the Bible. In the first verse, the singer declares, "I'll praise in the valley, praise on the mountain, I'll praise when I'm sure, praise when I'm doubting." This mirrors the sentiments of Paul in Philippians 4:12, where he states, "I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want."

The song also emphasizes the power of praise as a weapon, a theme that is echoed in 2 Chronicles 20:22, "As they began to sing and praise, the Lord set ambushes against the men of Ammon and Moab and Mount Seir who were invading Judah, and they were defeated." Just as the Israelites used praise as a weapon to defeat their enemies, we too can use our praise to combat the trials and tribulations we face in our lives.

The bridge of the song declares, "I'll praise cause You're sovereign, praise cause You reign, praise cause You rose and defeated the grave." This is a powerful affirmation of God's sovereignty, His reign over all things, and His victory over death, themes that are prevalent throughout the Bible, particularly in Revelation 19:6, "Then I heard what sounded like a great multitude, like the roar of rushing waters and like loud peals of thunder, shouting: 'Hallelujah! For our Lord God Almighty reigns.'"

In light of these reflections, I invite you to ponder this question: How can you incorporate praise into your daily life, not just in times of joy and abundance, but also in times of struggle and uncertainty? How can you use your praise as a weapon to combat the challenges you face? And how can you continually affirm God's sovereignty, His reign, and His victory in your life? As you listen to this song and meditate on these scriptures, may you be inspired to let everything that has breath in you praise the Lord.