There are over three hundred verses in the Bible that talk about praise. Everywhere we look God is responding in powerful ways to people who praise Him.

Praise is difficult for most men because it requires that we put our pride to death. In Hebrews 13:15 we are called to a sacrifice of praise. The word "sacrifice" comes from a root word in Greek (thuo) which literally means "to kill or slaughter for a purpose."

2Chr. 5:13 "The trumpeters and singers joined in unison, as with one voice, to give praise and thanks to the LORD. Accompanied by trumpets, cymbals and other instruments, they raised their voices in praise to the LORD and sang: "He is good; his love endures forever." Then the temple of the LORD was filled with a cloud."

While many Christians talk about praise and even sing praise songs, few truly understand the profound importance of establishing a personal habit of praise.

The above verse, taken from Second Chronicles 5, establishes how God responds to those who faithfully praise Him. His very presence shows up right where we live.

Under the old covenant God would reside in a physical place--the tent, tabernacle, temple, ark, etc. In the new covenant God promises to literally enter into the new temple--our very being.

Psalm 22:3 But thou art holy, O thou that inhabits the praises of Israel. (KJV)

"There is a linkage between praising God and hearing His voice."

Are you tuned to the Master’s voice?

Is it difficult for you to praise God? Is pride or fear getting in the way?