Learning To Acclaim The Lord
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Psalms 89:15-16 (NIV) says, “Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim you, who walk in the light of your presence, Lord. They rejoice in your name all day long; they celebrate your righteousness.” The journey of abiding is about longing to walk in the light of God’s presence. Psalm 89 shares with us a secret into living in God’s glory.
So often, we look inward when we feel we have a need. It might have to do with our individualistic culture, but there is a tendency to focus on ourselves in an attempt to feel whole. The narrative of the world is that the “real you” is there waiting to be discovered and that with enough self-reflection, we will find true peace.
I won’t disregard the importance of self-awareness or introspection. These are all helpful disciplines in growing into maturity and dealing with our hang-ups. Even so, the scriptures paint a different picture of freedom.
According to the Psalms, freedom is found in our praise. Did you catch it in the first verse? The ones who walk in the light of God’s presence are the ones who learn to acclaim the Lord.
Suddenly, it is clear that praise unlocks freedom and favor.
I don’t think God is withholding his favor until we praise him like mindless subjects. Rather, I believe there is an alignment with God’s favor that takes place when we move into thanksgiving and adoration. Every day we can choose to praise God or to withhold our praises.
Those who learn to acclaim the Lord will walk in his presence. I want to walk in God’s presence, so I’m going to start today with thanksgiving and praise. Will you join me?
