Worship The Lord
Daily Rays of Hope #186
Scripture for Today
The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. - Psalm 19:1 NIV
The greatest accomplishment in the Earth will not be dictated by what you do in the natural. It is not going to be measured by what you accomplished in your life, in your business, or with your children. The greatest accomplishment of your life will be the measure of your worship to God.
We were created to worship Him and set apart for his good pleasure. More than gaining the whole world and losing our soul, we are empowered to walk with God and worship him with all of our hearts. God doesn’t require you to perform. He requires you to trust Him with all your heart and walk by faith, not by sight.
King David was favored as a shepherd because he was a man after God's heart. David was a worshiper. Through all of his missteps, poor choices, and inner struggles, he was still a worshiper. He was favored by God and anointed to be the second king of Israel in place of Saul.
God did not choose him because he was perfect. God did not choose him because he always got everything right God chose David because he was after the heart of the Father. His love for God was greater than his love of himself. When David sinned, he would turn back to God and repent. His heart was to please God and to follow God completely.
The creation worshiped and loved the Creator. In the same way, all of the heavens declare the glory of God, as the Lord created the heavens and the Earth. The Lord created the firmament that separated the waters from above from the waters below. All of nature decrees the glory of God. We are the only creation that can turn to God and say:
No, we will not worship.
No, we will not repent.
No, we will not decree your glory.
That is the natural man. That is humanity. Go higher today and commit to pursuing the heart of the Father. Go deeper and decide to worship the Lord.
Three Practical Ways To Walk Out This Word Daily
1. Acknowledge God’s Glory in Creation
Take time each day to pause and observe the beauty of creation around you. Whether it is the sunrise, the stars, or the changing of the seasons, intentionally acknowledge these as testimonies of God’s glory. Let your heart respond in worship, echoing the psalmist in Psalm 8:3-4 who marveled at the work of God’s hands and His care for humanity.
2. Speak of His Works to Others
Make it a habit to share with others the ways you see God’s glory revealed in creation and in life. This could be as simple as pointing out a beautiful moment in nature and giving God the credit, or reminding someone that the order and beauty of the world reflects His design. Romans 1:20 reminds us that God’s invisible qualities are clearly seen through what He has made.
3. Live as a Reflection of His Glory
Recognize that you, too, are part of the work of God’s hands and called to reflect His glory. Commit to living in ways that point others to Him, whether through kindness, integrity, or faithfulness. Matthew 5:16 encourages us to let our light shine before others so that they may see our good deeds and glorify our Father in heaven.
Closing Encouragement
Every sunrise and every star in the sky is a reminder of God’s glory and majesty. Just as creation continually declares His greatness, let your life become a living testimony of His power and love. When you pause to acknowledge Him, speak of His works, and live as His reflection, you join in the chorus of creation proclaiming the greatness of the Lord.