Atmosphere of Praise
Based on Psalms 146-147, 1 Corinthians 15:1-28
In church, we talk about creating an atmosphere of praise. Scripture also says, "But thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel." Psalm 22:3. God inhabits the praise of His people! When we truly think about the atmosphere of the earth itself, and how God created every last inch of it, it should not be hard to get into the mode of worshipping & praising God in our church atmosphere! Scripture gives us so many beautiful examples which paint a picture of earth's atmosphere of praise!
"He telleth the number of the stars; He calleth them all by their names. Great is our Lord, and of great power: His understanding is infinite." Psalm 147:4-5
He has created each star & knows them by name! His understanding is infinite! How incredible is that! That Scripture alone should cause His saints to shine like stars of praise! If He knows each star by name, how much more does He know each one of us?
"He casteth forth his ice like morsels: Who can stand before his cold? He sendeth out his word, and melteth them: He causeth his wind to blow, and the waters flow." Psalm 147:17-18
From freezing to melting, from hot to cold, any climate in any atmosphere, He is God! He can melt any ice cap, so why not let Him melt our hearts? Allow these Scriptures to place us in a place of praise to Him for all He has done, and all He continues to do!
"But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the firstfruits of them that slept. For since by man came death, by man came also the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive." 1 Corinthians 15:20-22
Beyond creation, God has power over any type of destruction...even death! He has risen, and is alive today! This is why we need to seek & receive the Holy Ghost! His Spirit in us is the fulfillment of the beautiful symphony of praise, and helps us further know & love our Creator Who has given each star a name! Repentance & baptism of water & Spirit truly brings the whole atmosphere of Heaven & earth together as we go from earthly creatures only to Spiritual creatures of praise!
written by
Gina Pietrzak
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