Praying on Purpose - Praising Intentionally

Introduction:

How can we intentionally praise the Lord? (Ps 96)

  1. Praise the Lord Freshness . (Ps 96:1-3)
  2. Praise the Lord Assurance . (Ps 96:4-6)

    Psalm 149:3-4 - Let them praise his name with dancing, making melody to him with tambourine and lyre! For the Lord takes pleasure in his people; he adorns the humble with salvation.

  3. Praise the Lord Community . (Ps 96:7-10)
  4. Praise the Lord Expectation . (Ps 96:11-13)

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Small Group Discussion
Read Psalm 96

  1. What was your big take-away from this passage / message?

  2. Why do you think praise is unintentionally left out of prayers? How can you be sure to include praise before petitions?

  3. Of the four ways to help us intentionally praise (freshness, assurance, community and expectation) which one do you need to focus on?

  4. What idol in your life has stolen/is stealing praise from God? Why do people praise idols and why is it ultimately foolish?

  5. Do you have an example where someone else’s praise of the Lord helped you?

  6. Bonus: On a scale of 1 – 10, how satisfied are you with your ability to praise God?

Breakout
Pray for one another!