Thus will I bless thee while I live: I will lift up my hands in thy name.
This is David's song from when, as a hunted fugitive taking refuge in the wilderness, he expressed his trust in God. Blessing God while living is a fitting response to His loving-kindness, which is better than life. That blessing is continual, lasting throughout life.
Blessing God throughout life and lifting up the hands in His name are acts of praise, devotion, and dependence on God. This praise is joyful and satisfying. It continues as one remembers God and meditates on Him, because He has helped and sheltered. Even in the midst of severe illness and suffering, this lifelong blessing and lifting of hands expresses love for God and gratitude for His goodness.
This is David's song from when, as a hunted fugitive taking refuge in the wilderness, he expressed his trust in God. Blessing God while living is a fitting response to His loving-kindness, which is better than life. That blessing is continual, lasting throughout life.
Blessing God throughout life and lifting up the hands in His name are acts of praise, devotion, and dependence on God. This praise is joyful and satisfying. It continues as one remembers God and meditates on Him, because He has helped and sheltered. Even in the midst of severe illness and suffering, this lifelong blessing and lifting of hands expresses love for God and gratitude for His goodness.