Praise The Lord Forever

As we delve into the lyrics of "Praise The Lord Forever" by Pat Barrett, we are reminded of the Psalmist's words in Psalm 103:1, "Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name." This song, like the Psalm, is a call to worship, a call to praise the Lord with all that we are, for His love endures forever and His mercy is new every day.

The song's lyrics echo the sentiments of Psalm 100:4, "Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name." It's a call to the church, to the body of believers, to lift their voices in unison and sing praises to the Lord. It's a call to remember the victory that Jesus won for us, the resurrection life we now live, and the kingdom we eagerly await.

The song also speaks to those who are brokenhearted, those who are walking through the valley, and those whose faith is feeling small. It's a reminder of the God who understands, the God who surrounds us with peace and love. It's a call to join the choir of creation, to sing the song of the redeemed, even when it's hard. This resonates with 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles."

The song and these scriptures remind us that praising the Lord isn't just about singing songs in church. It's about living a life of gratitude, a life that acknowledges God's enduring love and mercy. It's about standing firm in our faith, even when we're walking through the valley. It's about lifting our voices in praise, even when it's hard. It's about joining the choir of creation and singing the song of the redeemed.

So, as we reflect on these lyrics and scriptures, let's ask ourselves: How can we live a life of praise? How can we enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise? How can we lift our voices in song, even when it's hard? How can we join the choir of creation and sing the song of the redeemed? How can we praise the Lord forever? Let's take some time to ponder these questions and ask God to help us live a life of praise, a life that blesses His holy name with all that is within us.