Lifting the Soul to God (Psalm 25:1)

“Unto thee, O Lord, do I lift up my soul.” — Psalm 25:1

 

Summary:

True devotion is more than lifting our hands, eyes, or voices; it is lifting the soul into communion with God. Because we are naturally sluggish and earthbound, spiritual worship requires an engaged heart. The sincere believer may not always enjoy freedom and fervour, but mourns their absence and seeks God himself rather than resting in outward performance. When the soul draws near to God, wandering thoughts are restrained, worship becomes delightful, and communion with the Father and the Son becomes visible in a life that influences the family, the church, and the world.

Outline:

• True devotion reaches beyond outward actions
  • Hands, eyes, and voices may be lifted while the soul remains distant from God.
• The spiritual worshipper seeks communion
  • A believer values the means of grace but is dissatisfied without fellowship with God.
• Heart engagement brings spiritual enjoyment
  • Religious duties become living and delightful when the heart participates in them.
• Drawing near to God gathers the thoughts
  • God’s presence restrains distraction, removes weariness, and sweetens Scripture and worship.
• Communion with God becomes a visible witness
  • A worshipper who has met with God carries a gracious influence into every sphere of life.