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The First Step to Break Free from the Love of Money

What if scrubbing toilets and vacuuming floors could become acts of worship? This episode invites us into a new mindset—one that transforms the mundane into the meaningful. With honesty, humor, and a reminder of God’s generous gifts, you’ll discover how everyday tasks can become sacred when done with the right heart.

🛠️ What You'll Learn:


Why stewardship is about more than finances—it’s about faithfulness


How shifting from “I have to” to “I get to” can change your daily life


What it looks like to clean your home (or do any dreaded task) for God’s glory


Practical tips for tackling chores with joy and intention

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What’s the one chore you usually dread—but are willing to tackle with a new mindset? Snap a pic of your progress or drop a comment about how you're shifting your perspective today. Tag us @LifeaudioNetwork and let’s cheer each other on as we do it all for God’s glory!

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Full Transcript Below:

Doing it for God’s Glory

“Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31

At the end of a long work week, the last thing I want to do is clean my house. However, after leaving it untouched for several weeks, it was clear it needed a good cleaning. The floors were dirty and full of crumbs and dog hair. The bathrooms needed a good wipe. All the dishes needed to be done, the appliances needed to be cleaned, and the counters needed to be cleared of crumbs or debris. I knew this needed to be done. 

Frankly, I have been putting it off. While I understand that every person is responsible for stewarding the things God has given them. It made me feel like a slave whenever I cleaned up after my husband and children, especially when they came home, made a mess, and did not attempt to help clean or assist in these duties.

One day, the Lord whispered the above verse to my heart. At first, the conviction that this first verse brought stung my soul. However, as I read and meditated on this verse, it became apparent to me: I didn't have to clean; I got to clean. God has blessed us with many wonderful possessions. This included two cars that, although used, were completely paid off, a medium-sized home in a lovely area of an up-and-coming town in Pennsylvania. I must be a good steward of what God has given me. But I hated the fact that I had to do it alone. No matter how much I proclaimed my dissatisfaction, no one stood up to help. 

But God was trying to tell me in this verse that he had freely given all these things to me. It was my job to take good care of them. It was not my job to judge whether other people were doing their work. I needed to do what God was calling me to do. I put in my earbuds, played great 80s music, and got to work. I set the timer for 60 minutes. If I did a small chunk of time each day rather than waiting for it to pile up, I'd get through it more quickly and more thoroughly. 

Before I knew it, the timer had gone off and I had only gotten to two rooms. It wasn't because I was lazy or procrastinating. Instead, it was because I was enjoying what I was doing. Soon, this chore that I dreaded became something that I stewarded. Because of this switch in my perspective, I could see that even cleaning toilets or wiping down counters full of toothpaste stains meant I was worshipping the Lord. 

Because I enjoyed the music in my ears, it made the chores fun. Because I realized that this was all for God's glory and not mine, the time went by much more quickly, and I enjoyed the chore much more thoroughly.

Think about the things you must do in life. Are there tasks that you must do that you put off simply because you hate doing them? How would this switch in perspective change your worldview on that task? When we choose to see that we do everything for God's glory, even the most menial task, we understand that it's not about us but about God. In these things, God is glorified, and we are blessed because we get to have them. A switch in perspective from what we have to do to what we get to do changes the way we see things in life. Many people would be more than happy to have my home. I needed to start being grateful and stop taking things for granted. 

God owes us nothing. However, he gives us everything freely through the riches afforded us by Christ Jesus. When we understand and stop taking for granted the things that God has given us and steward them well by working hard on even the most menial tasks, we are blessed and we get to bless God in the process. 

Father, let us be people who steward our possessions well. Let us see even the most mundane tasks from the perspective that they are all for your glory. Help us not to become discouraged and frustrated, but happy and full of joy, because we know that ultimately, through this task, you get the glory, and we do not. Amen. 

Intersecting Faith and Life

Is there a task you hate to do? How would this change in perspective help you do this chore with joy? 

Further Reading

Proverbs 3:5-6

What if scrubbing toilets and vacuuming floors could become acts of worship? This episode invites us into a new mindset&mdash;one that transforms the mundane into the meaningful. With honesty, humor, and a reminder of God&rsquo;s generous gifts, you&rsquo;ll discover how everyday tasks can become sacred when done with the right heart.
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🛠️ What You'll Learn:
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Why stewardship is about more than finances&mdash;it&rsquo;s about faithfulness
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How shifting from &ldquo;I have to&rdquo; to &ldquo;I get to&rdquo; can change your daily life
</li>
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What it looks like to clean your home (or do any dreaded task) for God&rsquo;s glory
</li>
<li data-start="1024" data-end="1085">
Practical tips for tackling chores with joy and intention
</li>
</ul>
<hr>
💬 Join the Conversation: What&rsquo;s the one chore you usually dread&mdash;but are willing to tackle with a new mindset? Snap a pic of your progress or drop a comment about how you're shifting your perspective today. Tag us @LifeaudioNetwork and let&rsquo;s cheer each other on as we do it all for God&rsquo;s glory!
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Full Transcript Below:
Doing it for God&rsquo;s Glory
&ldquo;Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.&rdquo; 1 Corinthians 10:31
At the end of a long work week, the last thing I want to do is clean my house. However, after leaving it untouched for several weeks, it was clear it needed a good cleaning. The floors were dirty and full of crumbs and dog hair. The bathrooms needed a good wipe. All the dishes needed to be done, the appliances needed to be cleaned, and the counters needed to be cleared of crumbs or debris. I knew this needed to be done.&nbsp;
Frankly, I have been putting it off. While I understand that every person is responsible for stewarding the things God has given them. It made me feel like a slave whenever I cleaned up after my husband and children, especially when they came home, made a mess, and did not attempt to help clean or assist in these duties.
One day, the Lord whispered the above verse to my heart. At first, the conviction that this first verse brought stung my soul. However, as I read and meditated on this verse, it became apparent to me: I didn't have to clean; I got to clean. God has blessed us with many wonderful possessions. This included two cars that, although used, were completely paid off, a medium-sized home in a lovely area of an up-and-coming town in Pennsylvania. I must be a good steward of what God has given me. But I hated the fact that I had to do it alone. No matter how much I proclaimed my dissatisfaction, no one stood up to help.&nbsp;
But God was trying to tell me in this verse that he had freely given all these things to me. It was my job to take good care of them. It was not my job to judge whether other people were doing their work. I needed to do what God was calling me to do. I put in my earbuds, played great 80s music, and got to work. I set the timer for 60 minutes. If I did a small chunk of time each day rather than waiting for it to pile up, I'd get through it more quickly and more thoroughly.&nbsp;
Before I knew it, the timer had gone off and I had only gotten to two rooms. It wasn't because I was lazy or procrastinating. Instead, it was because I was enjoying what I was doing. Soon, this chore that I dreaded became something that I stewarded. Because of this switch in my perspective, I could see that even cleaning toilets or wiping down counters full of toothpaste stains meant I was worshipping the Lord.&nbsp;
Because I enjoyed the music in my ears, it made the chores fun. Because I realized that this was all for God's glory and not mine, the time went by much more quickly, and I enjoyed the chore much more thoroughly.
Think about the things you must do in life. Are there tasks that you must do that you put off simply because you hate doing them? How would this switch in perspective change your worldview on that task? When we choose to see that we do everything for God's glory, even the most menial task, we understand that it's not about us but about God. In these things, God is glorified, and we are blessed because we get to have them. A switch in perspective from what we have to do to what we get to do changes the way we see things in life. Many people would be more than happy to have my home. I needed to start being grateful and stop taking things for granted.&nbsp;
God owes us nothing. However, he gives us everything freely through the riches afforded us by Christ Jesus. When we understand and stop taking for granted the things that God has given us and steward them well by working hard on even the most menial tasks, we are blessed and we get to bless God in the process.&nbsp;
Father, let us be people who steward our possessions well. Let us see even the most mundane tasks from the perspective that they are all for your glory. Help us not to become discouraged and frustrated, but happy and full of joy, because we know that ultimately, through this task, you get the glory, and we do not. Amen.&nbsp;
Intersecting Faith and Life
Is there a task you hate to do? How would this change in perspective help you do this chore with joy?&nbsp;
Further Reading
Proverbs 3:5-6

Doing it for God's Glory

Today’s devotional takes us deep into the compassionate heart of Jesus. In a world loud with noise and performance, Christ shows us a love that is deeply personal, quietly powerful, and beautifully intentional. Jennifer Slattery unpacks the healing of a deaf man in Mark 7 to reveal how Jesus doesn’t just care for the crowd—He cherishes the individual. This story is a powerful reminder that God sees you, values you, and offers healing not as a show, but as an intimate act of love.

What You'll Learn:


Why Jesus may have taken the deaf man aside before healing him


How Christ’s actions protect dignity and demonstrate personal compassion


The difference between public miracles and private moments of grace


What this tells us about how God views you—not as a project, but as a person

💬 Join the Conversation:

Have you ever experienced a quiet, personal moment with God that changed everything? Share how Jesus has shown you His tenderness and love—and tag someone who could use a reminder that they are seen, known, and deeply loved by the Savior. 

Tell us about it with #LifeaudioNetwork. Your story might just be the hope someone else needs today.

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Full Transcript Below:

Christ’s Tender Love for the Wounded

by Jennifer Slattery

31 Then Jesus left the vicinity of Tyre and went through Sidon, down to the Sea of Galilee and into the region of the Decapolis. 32 There some people brought to him a man who was deaf and could hardly talk, and they begged Jesus to place his hand on him.

33 After he took him aside, away from the crowd, Jesus put his fingers into the man’s ears. Then he spit and touched the man’s tongue. 34 He looked up to heaven and with a deep sigh said to him, “Ephphatha!” (which means “Be opened!”). 35 At this, the man’s ears were opened, his tongue was loosened and he began to speak plainly.

36 Jesus commanded them not to tell anyone. But the more he did so, the more they kept talking about it. - Mark 7:31-36 NIV

The more I study Scripture, the more I’m touched by the tenderness Christ often displayed. In Matthew 19, He stopped, in the middle of teaching important truths to adults, to draw children close. In Mark 5, we read about how He healed a bleeding woman who’d spent twelve years living in shame, and called her daughter in front of the watching crowd. He touched lepers, defended the oppressed, and, it seems, protected a newly healed deaf man from becoming a spectacle before the curious masses. 

Granted my assumption is, well, assumption, but do you find it intriguing that Jesus asked this man and his friends, or family, not to tell others about this healing? While this wasn’t the only time Jesus gave such instructions, He didn’t always do so. In fact, I’m only aware of a handful of times. During one, scholars suggest He wanted to keep the crowds from making Him king by force and the Pharisee’s hostility from turning homicidal before His final earthly Passover. In another, He silenced demons—that makes sense, right, and provides a great example for how we should deal with the devil and his minions—by refusing to listen to anything they have to say. 

But those circumstances don’t appear to apply to today’s passage. Consider, after healing a royal official’s son from a terminal illness in John 4, we don’t read any indication that Jesus wanted the parents to keep the miracle to themselves. Nor did He give such instructions to any of the five thousand men and an unnamed number of women and children fed from one boy’s lunch in John 6. That was quite a public event the news of which would’ve spread throughout the region. 

Notice also what we read in Matthew 8. According to verses 16,  

When evening came, many who were demon-possessed were brought to him, and he drove out the spirits with a word and healed all the sick. 

Obviously, He didn’t do this in secret, nor, do we read Him telling any of them to keep their healing quiet. 

So, again, why did He do so when it came to the deaf man in Mark 7? While Scripture doesn’t reveal this directly, the text seems to provide some clues. 

First, we read that this event occurred in the predominantly Gentile area known as the Decapolis. It seems unlikely, then, that He worried about increasing Pharisee hostility. I also doubt He feared these people, who didn’t experience the same level of oppression as the Jews, would try and make Him their king. 

Notice, also, verse 33 told us that He took the man aside, away from the crowd. 

This demonstrates He didn’t use the man, or the miracle, to wow the masses. This was a human being, not a circus act or popularity contest. 

Could it be, as some scholars suggest, that the Lord wanted to preserve the man’s privacy, and therefore, dignity, and to clearly convey His love? What if Jesus wanted the man to know that He healed him for no other reason than concern for him? And, perhaps Jesus wanted to protect Him from the overstimulation of going from deaf to hearing in the middle of a large, and noisy, crowd. 

Intersecting Life and Faith

This theory, while just a theory, remains consistent with the heart of Christ Scripture reveals. Yes, He wanted the masses to know that He was the Son of God. He also wanted people to know the truth that could set them free. Just as He wants the people of our day to come to saving faith in Him. Yet, He cares for each of us uniquely, personally, and tenderly, and He longs to see us living, firmly anchored in His love.

In a world in which many of us can feel, at times, used and discarded, our Lord looks on us with tender, affectionate compassion. To Him, we will always be more than the means to an end. 

Further Reading:

Psalm 103:13-18

Psalm 147:3

Isaiah 49:13-16

Today&rsquo;s devotional takes us deep into the compassionate heart of Jesus. In a world loud with noise and performance, Christ shows us a love that is deeply personal, quietly powerful, and beautifully intentional. Jennifer Slattery unpacks the healing of a deaf man in Mark 7 to reveal how Jesus doesn&rsquo;t just care for the crowd&mdash;He cherishes the individual. This story is a powerful reminder that God sees you, values you, and offers healing not as a show, but as an intimate act of love.
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What You'll Learn:
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Why Jesus may have taken the deaf man aside before healing him
</li>
<li data-start="1114" data-end="1190">
How Christ&rsquo;s actions protect dignity and demonstrate personal compassion
</li>
<li data-start="1191" data-end="1262">
The difference between public miracles and private moments of grace
</li>
<li data-start="1263" data-end="1345">
What this tells us about how God views you&mdash;not as a project, but as a person
</li>
</ul>
<hr>
💬 Join the Conversation:
Have you ever experienced a quiet, personal moment with God that changed everything? Share how Jesus has shown you His tenderness and love&mdash;and tag someone who could use a reminder that they are seen, known, and deeply loved by the Savior.&nbsp;
Tell us about it with #LifeaudioNetwork. Your story might just be the hope someone else needs today.
🎙🎶&nbsp;SUBSCRIBE to our NEW SHOW &mdash; <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-nightly-prayer/">Your Nightly Prayer</a>
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<hr>
Full Transcript Below:
Christ&rsquo;s Tender Love for the Wounded
by Jennifer Slattery
31&nbsp;Then Jesus left the vicinity of Tyre&nbsp;and went through Sidon, down to the Sea of Galilee&nbsp;and into the region of the Decapolis.&nbsp;32&nbsp;There some people brought to him a man who was deaf and could hardly talk,&nbsp;and they begged Jesus to place his hand on&nbsp;him.
33&nbsp;After he took him aside, away from the crowd, Jesus put his fingers into the man&rsquo;s ears. Then he spit&nbsp;and touched the man&rsquo;s tongue.&nbsp;34&nbsp;He looked up to heaven&nbsp;and with a deep sigh&nbsp;said to him,&nbsp;&ldquo;Ephphatha!&rdquo;&nbsp;(which means&nbsp;&ldquo;Be opened!&rdquo;).&nbsp;35&nbsp;At this, the man&rsquo;s ears were opened, his tongue was loosened and he began to speak plainly.
36&nbsp;Jesus commanded them not to tell anyone.&nbsp;But the more he did so, the more they kept talking about it. - Mark 7:31-36 NIV
The more I study Scripture, the more I&rsquo;m touched by the tenderness Christ often displayed. In Matthew 19, He stopped, in the middle of teaching important truths to adults, to draw children close. In Mark 5, we read about how He healed a bleeding woman who&rsquo;d spent twelve years living in shame, and called her daughter in front of the watching crowd. He touched lepers, defended the oppressed, and, it seems, protected a newly healed deaf man from becoming a spectacle before the curious masses.&nbsp;
Granted my assumption is, well, assumption, but do you find it intriguing that Jesus asked this man and his friends, or family, not to tell others about this healing? While this wasn&rsquo;t the only time Jesus gave such instructions, He didn&rsquo;t always do so. In fact, I&rsquo;m only aware of a handful of times. During one, scholars suggest He wanted to keep the crowds from making Him king by force and the Pharisee&rsquo;s hostility from turning homicidal before His final earthly Passover. In another, He silenced demons&mdash;that makes sense, right, and provides a great example for how we should deal with the devil and his minions&mdash;by refusing to listen to anything they have to say.&nbsp;
But those circumstances don&rsquo;t appear to apply to today&rsquo;s passage. Consider, after healing a royal official&rsquo;s son from a terminal illness in John 4, we don&rsquo;t read any indication that Jesus wanted the parents to keep the miracle to themselves. Nor did He give such instructions to any of the five thousand men and an unnamed number of women and children fed from one boy&rsquo;s lunch in John 6. That was quite a public event the news of which would&rsquo;ve spread throughout the region.&nbsp;
Notice also what we read in Matthew 8. According to verses 16, &nbsp;
When evening came, many who were demon-possessed were brought to him, and he drove out the spirits with a word and healed all the sick.&nbsp;
Obviously, He didn&rsquo;t do this in secret, nor, do we read Him telling any of them to keep their healing quiet.&nbsp;
So, again, why did He do so when it came to the deaf man in Mark 7? While Scripture doesn&rsquo;t reveal this directly, the text seems to provide some clues.&nbsp;
First, we read that this event occurred in the predominantly Gentile area known as the Decapolis. It seems unlikely, then, that He worried about increasing Pharisee hostility. I also doubt He feared these people, who didn&rsquo;t experience the same level of oppression as the Jews, would try and make Him their king.&nbsp;
Notice, also, verse 33 told us that He took the man aside, away from the crowd.&nbsp;
This demonstrates He didn&rsquo;t use the man, or the miracle, to wow the masses. This was a human being, not a circus act or popularity contest.&nbsp;
Could it be, as some scholars suggest, that the Lord wanted to preserve the man&rsquo;s privacy, and therefore, dignity, and to clearly convey His love? What if Jesus wanted the man to know that He healed him for no other reason than concern for him? And, perhaps Jesus wanted to protect Him from the overstimulation of going from deaf to hearing in the middle of a large, and noisy, crowd.&nbsp;
Intersecting Life and Faith
This theory, while just a theory, remains consistent with the heart of Christ Scripture reveals. Yes, He wanted the masses to know that He was the Son of God. He also wanted people to know the truth that could set them free. Just as He wants the people of our day to come to saving faith in Him. Yet, He cares for each of us uniquely, personally, and tenderly, and He longs to see us living, firmly anchored in His love.
In a world in which many of us can feel, at times, used and discarded, our Lord looks on us with tender, affectionate compassion. To Him, we will always be more than the means to an end.&nbsp;
Further Reading:
<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm%20103%3A13-18&amp;version=NIV">Psalm 103:13-18</a>
<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm%20147%3A3&amp;version=NIV">Psalm 147:3</a>
<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Isaiah%2049%3A13-16&amp;version=NIV">Isaiah 49:13-16</a>

Christ's Tender Heart for the Wounded

When was the last time you were truly awe-struck by God—not because of what He’s done for you, but simply because of who He is? In today’s episode, Megan J. Conner invites us to pause, look up, and soak in the wonder of our Creator. From nature’s beauty to God’s unshakable character, this is your reminder that praise isn’t just a reaction—it’s a decision. And our God? He’s more than worthy.

🛠️ What You'll Learn:


How the natural world reflects the majesty and character of God


Why everyday distractions can dull our sense of wonder—and how to reverse that


Specific attributes of God that anchor our praise, straight from Psalm 145


Practical ways to intentionally refocus your heart on worship

💬 Join the Conversation:

When was the last time you praised God just for who He is? What do you see in creation that points you back to His greatness? Share how you’re looking up and looking out today—and tag a friend who needs to be reminded that God’s glory is never far from view.

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Full Transcript Below:

Worthy of Praise

By Megan J. Conner

“Great is the LORD! He is most worthy of praise!
No one can measure his greatness…

Your awe-inspiring deeds will be on every tongue;
I will proclaim your greatness…

For your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom.
You rule throughout all generations.
The LORD always keeps his promises;
he is gracious in all he does…

I will praise the LORD,
and may everyone on earth bless his holy name
forever and ever.”

Ps. 145:3, 6, 13, 21 (NLT)

Have you ever seen the sunrise crest over the horizon and been truly stunned by its brilliance? Or perhaps stood on a coastal shoreline and wondered at the boundaries placed on the powerful waves? What about when you witness the first blossoms of early spring that tangibly remind us of the power of resurrection – life after death? 

Scripture tells us, creation itself declares the majesty of our God. “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands,” (Ps. 19:1, NIV). It is nearly impossible not to be stirred by the divine attributes of our Lord displayed in nature. Conversely, they can somehow be easy to overlook. Worries, disappointments, and the cares of this world dull our sight, and that which is resplendent becomes opaque and mundane. 

The evidence of our Maker and His kingdom is all around us. We only have to look up and look out. As simple as that sounds, it takes intentional effort. We must quiet our racing thoughts long enough to appreciate the glory around us.  When we enter into this reflective state, we not only remember the powerful deity of our universe-creating God, we recall His character and attributes. We remember:

“The LORD is merciful and compassionate,
slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love…

The LORD is good to everyone.
He showers compassion on all his creation.

The LORD always keeps his promises;
he is gracious in all he does.

The LORD helps the fallen
and lifts those bent beneath their loads.

The LORD is close to all who call on him…

He grants the desires of those who fear him;
he hears their cries for help and rescues them.

The LORD protects all those who love him,
but he destroys the wicked.”

In light of such truths, how can we refrain from praising Him? He truly is worthy of our praise. No matter what burdens or distractions are weighing down your heart today, I encourage you, “Lift up your heads, you gates; be lifted up, you ancient doors, that the King of glory may come in,” (Ps. 24:7, NIV). Sometimes, what we need more than anything is to simply look up and remind our hearts that there is an eternal, divine Creator who truly does hold the whole world in His hands. Not only is He fully able to meet every one of your needs, but He is worthy of our praise and admiration. 

Will you join me today, as we boldly declare together, “Great is the LORD! He is most worthy of praise!

Intersecting Faith & Life:

When was the last time you praised the Lord simply for who He is rather than what He can do for you? Are there cares and concerns weighing down your heart or dulling your senses? If so, I encourage you to proactively search for God’s divine majesty and attributes today. 

Instead of getting up and immediately turning on the radio or the TV, crack open a window and simply sit in the silence. A symphony of birdsong will immediately overtake the perceived hush. Listen closer, can you hear the wind rustling through the leaves, or perhaps squirrels bounding from branch to branch? 

Now, look up, what do you see? Has the sun risen? If so, take a moment and marvel at the element itself. The sun, and its light, is the lifeblood of all creation. Its existence is beyond anything our humanity could create. 

We live every day with all of this glory around us, yet we so easily take it for granted. He truly is worthy of our praise! 

How can you take time to look up and look out today? 

Further Reading:

Gen. 1

Psalm 145

When was the last time you were truly awe-struck by God&mdash;not because of what He&rsquo;s done for you, but simply because of who He is? In today&rsquo;s episode, Megan J. Conner invites us to pause, look up, and soak in the wonder of our Creator. From nature&rsquo;s beauty to God&rsquo;s unshakable character, this is your reminder that praise isn&rsquo;t just a reaction&mdash;it&rsquo;s a decision. And our God? He&rsquo;s more than worthy.
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🛠️ What You'll Learn:
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How the natural world reflects the majesty and character of God
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Why everyday distractions can dull our sense of wonder&mdash;and how to reverse that
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Specific attributes of God that anchor our praise, straight from Psalm 145
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Practical ways to intentionally refocus your heart on worship
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Full Transcript Below:
Worthy of Praise
By Megan J. Conner
&ldquo;Great is the LORD! He is most worthy of praise! No one can measure his greatness&hellip;
Your awe-inspiring deeds will be on every tongue; I will proclaim your greatness&hellip;
For your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom. You rule throughout all generations. The LORD&nbsp;always keeps his promises; he is gracious in all he does&hellip;
I will praise the LORD, and may everyone on earth bless his holy name forever and ever.&rdquo;
Ps. 145:3, 6, 13, 21 (NLT)
Have you ever seen the sunrise crest over the horizon and been truly stunned by its brilliance? Or perhaps stood on a coastal shoreline and wondered at the boundaries placed on the powerful waves? What about when you witness the first blossoms of early spring that tangibly remind us of the power of resurrection &ndash; life after death?&nbsp;
Scripture tells us, creation itself declares the majesty of our God. &ldquo;The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands,&rdquo; (Ps. 19:1, NIV). It is nearly impossible not to be stirred by the divine attributes of our Lord displayed in nature. Conversely, they can somehow be easy to overlook. Worries, disappointments, and the cares of this world dull our sight, and that which is resplendent becomes opaque and mundane.&nbsp;
The evidence of our Maker and His kingdom is all around us. We only have to look up and look out. As simple as that sounds, it takes intentional effort. We must quiet our racing thoughts long enough to appreciate the glory around us.&nbsp; When we enter into this reflective state, we not only remember the powerful deity of our universe-creating God, we recall His character and attributes. We remember:
&ldquo;The LORD&nbsp;is merciful and compassionate, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love&hellip;
The LORD&nbsp;is good to everyone. He showers compassion on all his creation.
The LORD&nbsp;always keeps his promises; he is gracious in all he does.
The LORD&nbsp;helps the fallen and lifts those bent beneath their loads.
The LORD&nbsp;is close to all who call on him&hellip;
He grants the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cries for help and rescues them.
The LORD&nbsp;protects all those who love him, but he destroys the wicked.&rdquo;
In light of such truths, how can we refrain from praising Him? He truly is worthy of our praise. No matter what burdens or distractions are weighing down your heart today, I encourage you, &ldquo;Lift up your heads, you gates; be lifted up, you ancient doors, that the King of glory may come in,&rdquo; (Ps. 24:7, NIV). Sometimes, what we need more than anything is to simply look up and remind our hearts that there is an eternal, divine Creator who truly does hold the whole world in His hands. Not only is He fully able to meet every one of your needs, but He is worthy of our praise and admiration.&nbsp;
Will you join me today, as we boldly declare together, &ldquo;Great is the LORD! He is most worthy of praise!
Intersecting Faith &amp; Life:
When was the last time you praised the Lord simply for who He is rather than what He can do for you? Are there cares and concerns weighing down your heart or dulling your senses? If so, I encourage you to proactively search for God&rsquo;s divine majesty and attributes today.&nbsp;
Instead of getting up and immediately turning on the radio or the TV, crack open a window and simply sit in the silence. A symphony of birdsong will immediately overtake the perceived hush. Listen closer, can you hear the wind rustling through the leaves, or perhaps squirrels bounding from branch to branch?&nbsp;
Now, look up, what do you see? Has the sun risen? If so, take a moment and marvel at the element itself. The sun, and its light, is the lifeblood of all creation. Its existence is beyond anything our humanity could create.&nbsp;
We live every day with all of this glory around us, yet we so easily take it for granted. He truly is worthy of our praise!&nbsp;
How can you take time to look up and look out today?&nbsp;
Further Reading:
Gen. 1
Psalm 145

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