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Bless The Lord, O My Soul Series
Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 9, 2023 (message contributor)
Summary: Psalm 103:1 reminds us to praise the Lord with our whole being, to offer wholehearted worship, and to never forget His blessings, including forgiveness and healing.
"Bless the Lord, O My Soul"
Introduction:
Today, we delve into the timeless words of Psalm 103:1 from the New Living Translation: "Let all that I am praise the Lord; with my whole heart, I will praise his holy name."
Point 1: A Call to Worship with Our Whole Being
Scripture: Psalm 103:1a (NLT) - "Let all that I am praise the Lord..."
Illustration:
- Imagine a grand orchestra tuning its instruments before a concert, each musician contributing their unique skill to create harmonious music. Similarly, we are called to worship the Lord with our entire being – heart, soul, mind, and strength.
Point 2: A Wholehearted Praise
Scripture: Psalm 103:1b (NLT) - "...with my whole heart, I will praise his holy name."
Illustration:
- Think of a child joyfully hugging a beloved parent, pouring out all their love without reservation. In the same way, our praise to God should be wholehearted, without holding back.
Point 3: Reflecting on God's Blessings
Scripture: Psalm 103:2 (NLT) - "Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things he does for me."
Illustration:
- Consider a journal filled with moments of gratitude, a tangible reminder of God's blessings. We must never forget the goodness of the Lord in our lives and continue to praise Him for His unending grace.
Point 4: Forgiveness and Healing
Scripture: Psalm 103:3 (NLT) - "He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases."
Illustration:
- Picture a person burdened by the weight of guilt and illness being freed and restored by divine grace. God's forgiveness and healing are powerful expressions of His love and mercy.
Conclusion:
Psalm 103:1 reminds us to praise the Lord with our whole being, to offer wholehearted worship, and to never forget His blessings, including forgiveness and healing. Let us be grateful and praise His holy name with joy.
Closing Prayer:
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the privilege of worshipping You with all that we are. Help us to praise Your holy name wholeheartedly and to remember Your blessings, especially Your forgiveness and healing. May our lives be a continual hymn of praise to Your glory. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
