Sometimes, We Simply Have to…

…praise Him. 

Have you ever had one of those days? You know what I mean: everything that can possibly go wrong does, in fact, go wrong. Well, I have had a few years worth of those days strung back-to-back. Or, that’s one way of looking at it. 

A string of cancers, three surgeries, radiation, chemotherapy, back problems, on top of financial troubles, setbacks, car problems. I could go on, but you get it. 

Anytime I feel sorry for myself, God reminds me that I am still alive. I have recovered from two cancers and will recover again. My back problems are painful but minor by comparison. My financial issues… He’s never let me starve. Car problems? He provides. 

I look at God and I smile. He takes care of me. Sure, I’d rather He arrange it for me to win the lottery, but HE PROVIDES. I smile. I have to. In spite of my fears, doubt, and pain, He is faithful. 

So on days like this… in times like this, I smile and, before long, my smile turns to praise. Sometimes, I simply have to praise Him. 

I just want to praise the Lord

I just want to dance and celebrate yeah

I just want to bless my God

Lift my hands and sing (repeat)

Chorus:

Heavens and the earth proclaim

All the nations bow before You

All creation shouts Your praise

The majesty, honour and glory of God
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CCLI song #1406396

Writer: Geoff Bullock