Praise the Lord: A Family Reflection on Worship
- Joon Tavarez
- Aug 30
- 3 min read
Praise the Lord: A Family Reflection on Worship
Worship is more than just singing, it’s a way of life. Music has a special power to remind us of God’s goodness, lift our spirits, and shift our focus back to Him. One of the songs that captures this heart beautifully is Praise You Anywhere by Shantrice Laura. Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music, this song encourages us to lift our voices to the Lord no matter where we are or what we’re going through.
Psalm 150:6 declares:
“Let everything that has breath praise the Lord! Praise the Lord!”
This closing verse of the Psalms is like an exclamation mark reminding us that all creation exists to glorify God. If we have breath in our lungs, then we have a reason to praise Him.
Praise in Every Season
Praising the Lord is not limited to good times. The verse doesn’t say “praise the Lord only when life is easy,” but commands that everything with breath should praise Him. That means we praise Him in joy and in sorrow, in strength and in weakness.
When we choose to praise, even on difficult days, it lifts our eyes off our problems and onto God’s faithfulness. Praise shifts our perspective. Instead of being consumed by challenges, we are reminded of His goodness, His mercy, and His presence with us.
The Power of Praise
Praise is not just about what we give to God; it also transforms us. When we worship, our hearts are realigned with truth. Anxiety is replaced with peace. Discouragement is exchanged for hope. Praise silences lies and strengthens faith.
Imagine what happens when families come together to praise God in their homes. It creates an atmosphere of gratitude, unity, and joy. Worship builds strong spiritual foundations for children, teaching them that God is worthy of praise in every circumstance.
Family Connection
Here are some daily discussion questions to help your family connect Psalm 150:6 to everyday life:
What does it mean that everything with breath should praise the Lord?
Why do you think the Bible ends the book of Psalms with this verse?
How can we use our breath to praise God every day?
What are some ways other than singing that we can praise the Lord?
How does praising God change our attitude or mood?
What do you think it looks like when all creation praises God?
How can our family praise the Lord together this week?
Asking just one of these questions daily will help build a rhythm of praise and deepen conversations about faith.
Prayer
“Lord, we praise You, for You are worthy to be praised. I will praise You at home and wherever I go. I will praise You on difficult days and on joyful days. We are so blessed to have You in our lives. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”
Final Thoughts
Psalm 150 ends with a powerful reminder: if you are breathing, you are called to praise. Praise is not limited to a church service; it’s a daily choice. It is both an offering to God and a gift that changes our hearts.
This week, take intentional moments as a family to lift up praise, through music, prayer, or simply thanking God for His blessings. As you do, you’ll discover that praise not only honors the Lord but also fills your home with His peace and joy.
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