Praise in All Things
This sermon encourages listeners to recognize and praise God's presence and blessings in every aspect of life, including the good and the difficult.
Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about praising and blessing the Lord for His works in all places of His dominion, calling on the soul to bless the Lord. She reflects on the beauty and significance of God's creation, from the sun and moon to water, fire, and the earth, emphasizing gratitude for all aspects of nature that sustain and bless us. Tileston also acknowledges the importance of forgiveness, endurance, and humility among believers, praising those who show love and mercy to others. She concludes by exhorting the congregation to praise, bless, give thanks, and serve the Lord with great humility.
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Bless the Lord, all His works in all places of His dominion--bless the Lord, O my soul.
--PSALMS 102:22
O MOST high, almighty, good Lord God, to Thee belong praise, glory, honor, and all blessing.
Praised be my Lord God with all His creatures, and specially our brother the sun, who brings us the day; fair is he and shines with a very great splendor; O Lord, he signifies to us Thee. Praised be my Lord for our sister the moon, and for the stars, the which He has set clear and lovely in heaven.
Praised be my Lord for our sister water, who is very serviceable unto us, and humble and precious and clean. Praised be Thou, my Lord, for our brother fire; he is bright and pleasant and very mighty and strong. Praised be my Lord for our Mother the earth, who doth sustain us and keep us, and bringeth forth divers fruits and flowers of many colors, and grass.
Praised be my Lord for all those who pardon one another for His love's sake, and who endure weakness and tribulation. Praised be Thou, my Lord, for our sister, the death of the body, from which no man escapeth.
Praise ye and bless ye the Lord, and give thanks unto Him and serve Him with great humility.
--ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI
Sermon Outline
- Praise in All Things
- Praising God's blessings
- Living a life of praise
- Recognizing God's presence in creation
- Praising God's creatures
- Praising God's provision
- Praising God's love
- Enduring weakness and tribulation
- Serving God with humility
Key Quotes
“Bless the Lord, all His works in all places of His dominion--bless the Lord, O my soul.” — Mary Wilder Tileston
“Praised be my Lord God with all His creatures, and specially our brother the sun, who brings us the day;” — Mary Wilder Tileston
“Praise ye and bless ye the Lord, and give thanks unto Him and serve Him with great humility.” — Mary Wilder Tileston
Application Points
- Be thankful for God's blessings, even in difficult times.
- Serve God with humility and reverence.
- Recognize and appreciate God's presence in creation.