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Eternal Praise
In the Word
Then a voice came from the throne, saying: “Praise our God, all you his servants, you who fear him, both small and great!” (Revelation 19:5).
Of the Word
Earthly thinking goes like this:
Big Shot Tom: “I’m on a tight schedule and I must delegate things. My wife and kids do the church-going for the family.”
Humble Hannah: “I don’t have the voice to sing or the education to teach. I let the choir and pastor do that.”
Heavenly thinking goes like this:
God: “Both of you are My servants. And all My servants praise Me.”
Our earthly praise acts as a prelude to the heavenly chorus. As servants of God, we echo the angels and saints when our thoughts, words, and actions work to His glory and praise. Faithful church attendance focuses our praise on God and all He has done for us through Jesus. Daily acts of service share our praise with others. Witnessing through word and work identifies us as servants of the Most High God.
Whether you’re Big Shot Tom or Humble Hannah — or somewhere in between — God calls you “servant.” In what ways do you plan to “sing” your praises today?
Walking with my Lord
I am a servant of the Lord, so let me find the ways
He’s called me to acknowledge Him in everlasting praise!
In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.
Mustard Seed: Living in Praise. Author: Patricia Mitchell. 20/32 ©2007 Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, 801 Seminary Place Ste. L010, St. Louis, MO 63105. www.lwml.org
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