Psalms 134 and 134, like Psalms 90 and 91, talk about dwelling in the in the presence of the Lord. We also see a call to worship.
Come bless the Lord, all ye servants of the Lord,
Who stand by night, in the house of the Lord.
Lift up your hands, in the Holy Place,
And bless the Lord, and bless the Lord.
Here is a praise and worship song based on Psalm 134, which is brief and to the point, calling on the servants of the Lord to bless him. We are reminded that worship is not restricted to a specific time. Worship is not just about music and singing, it is an active intentional act of lifting our hands and voice, and hearts to God.
The next chapter of psalms expands on the call to worship by offering reasons to praise the Lord, including his mighty deeds, the creation, the deliverance of Israel from Egypt, and his justice. The psalmist makes a clear distinction between the living God and manmade idols. Psalm 135 warns against the futility of idol worship.
Together, these two chapters of psalms teach us of praising God continually and recognizing his greatness. Worship is both a privilege and a duty, deeply rooted in gratitude for God’s faithfulness in the past and his promises in the future.
I invite you to say this prayer.
Heavenly Father, I lift my hands and hearts to you in praise. Thank you for your mighty works and for your steadfast love. Help me to worship in spirit and in truth, acknowledging your greatness and living a life that honours you. In the name of Jesus. Amen.
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