The writer of psalm 148, whom we do not know, encourages the exuberant and expansive praise of God. The writer hopes to fill the air with praise from everybody and everything. Here’s a partial list of his potential praisers:

Angels, heavenly hosts, sun and moon, shining stars (in the skies and from Hollywood, I presume), waters above the skies, sea creatures, lightning, hail, snow, fruit trees, wild animals, cattle, small creatures, birds, kings, princes, rulers, young men and women, old men and children.

Let them praise the name of the Lord, for his name alone is exalted; his splendor is above the earth and the heavens.

I’m sure he intends such acclaim from me and for you as well. Sounds like a good habit to practice in 2022. Praise the Lord every day, thanking him for his wonderful gifts. Complain less, and celebrate the Lord more.

Praise the Lord.

Psalm 148 in reading the Bible cover to cover in 2022

Photo by Joshua Earle