Preheat My Heart

 ¹ Praise the LORD.^[a]
   Sing to the LORD a new song,
   his praise in the assembly of his faithful people.
 ² Let Israel rejoice in their Maker;
   let the people of Zion be glad in their King.
³ Let them praise his name with dancing
   and make music to him with timbrel and harp.
⁴ For the LORD takes delight in his people;
   he crowns the humble with victory.
⁵ Let his faithful people rejoice in this honor
   and sing for joy on their beds.



Psalm 149:1-5


This is the second to the last chapter in the book of Psalms and it seems like a recap of what king David would like us grasp; that there is a mighty joy we all should be excited about regardless of how we feel.  That joy carries us through our peaks and valleys.  We are reminded of our praises to Him who deserves it.


Highs and lows... I just can't seem to shake it in this life.  Things always come up... work, ministry, personal life.  All these challenges come and go making feel frustrated, happy & sometimes confused.  Where does God want me?  What's my next step?  I can't deny that I need to steward these areas well but what fuels these efforts is my praises.  Am I able to step into these challenges already armed with the Holy Spirit and the Joy of the LORD or am I stepping into situations only to cry out to God because I got myself into a jam?  I cannot wear Jesus after the battle's started, it must be before.


Father God, You deserve my best... my heart.  Forgive me as I continue to sin before You.  Help me reach down and press forward unto the mighty goal, running to win the race.  Help stir my passion and flame to serve You in eternal ways.  In the precious name of Jesus I pray, Amen!