Psalm 100:1-5
Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands.
Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing.
Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands.
Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing.
Know ye that the Lord he is God: it is
he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of
his pasture.
Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into
his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.
For the Lord is good; his mercy is
everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations. (KJV)
Years ago, Bill Gaither and his wife Gloria
produced a record titled I Am a Promise.
My daughters often listened to the upbeat praise songs written for kids and to the
children who recited Psalm 100:1-5. There was something pure about the sweet
voices speaking David's words.
This week my daughter shared a short video of my
youngest granddaughter (14 months old) standing in junior church dancing and
clapping to a praise song. Talk about precious, her joy was contagious. She moved with enthusiasm
and freedom (and she was so adorable!)
Children don't hesitate to sing out or shout about Jesus' love. They aren't afraid. As I watched Ella Cate dance, I found myself thanking God that my grandchildren still have the freedom to worship. I pray the freedom we have is never taken away. And I don't want to take it for granted. My challenge this week--dance like no one is watching, sing like no one but God is listening, make worship totally about Him, and say prayers of thanksgiving every day. " For the Lord is good and his love endures forever..."