PSALM 63:4*
To praise You as long as I live
is my unfolding path of eternal love.
To do something forever
shows loyalty, faithfulness, character,
patience, endurance, respect, truth,
and todah**—the lifting of hands—
gives praise and worship to Jesus.
He is worthy.
Everything I offer Him
is nothing in comparison
to what He does for me.
He hears if I praise Him.
He sees if I worship Him.
Praying and worshipping are my true gifts to Him.
Do I bring Him into my life?
Will I pass His test?
Will I sanctify Him forever?
Will I be at His side?
Will I pray?
Will todah be part of my life?
There are Divine gifts,
rewards, and miracles
that only God can give.
Do I notice these gifts when they occur,
or is it my doings that make them happen?
Is God’s existence self-begot or not?
Is death ending or not?
Jesus is here for many reasons.
How do I honor Him?
*I will praise You as long as I live
and in Your name I will lift up my hands.
**Hebrew for an extension of the hand.
A choir of worshippers.