The Power of Praise Joshua 6:1-10
“God doesn’t need praise because He is insecure, we praise God because WE are insecure!”
Ram’s Horns Priestly Praise Trumpet (ram’s horn) was called a Shofar and had multiple uses: it was used regularly in the Temple and Tabernacle as an instrument of praise declaring that the LORD God is King of the universe – Psalm 98:6; 2 Chronicles 15:14 Garment of Praise – white linen was warn by the priest as they blew the Shofar
Garment of Praise Isaiah 61:3 we are told to put on the garment of praise if we are in “despair” (lose hope or in mourning) 1 Peter 2:5 says we are a royal priest hood Revelation 1:6 we are kings and priests
The Function of Praise Changes the spiritual climate from despair to deliverance Fulfills our primary purpose as created beings – Luke 19:40 Reminds us of God’s presence – Psalm 22:1 Attracts the presence of God – Psalm 22:3
Our Duty It’s our CHOICE to praise We get to CHOOSE how we praise