To praise somebody is to revere, worship or adore them. In Hebrew, one of the words for praise literally means to extend or throw the hand. Think of a child putting their arms up in complete surrender and trust to the parent for whatever they need. What if we do this to our Father, God when we are worried? We lift our hands and praise Him. Even in the hardest situations, there is always something to praise God for; His presence, faithfulness, justice, comfort, strength, etc.
Praise God in prayer, in singing, in putting your hands up in the air to acknowledge your awe and wonder of Him. Focusing on who God is and all we appreciate about Him doesn’t let worry gain any ground. Praise God on this “Not Gonna Worry” Wednesday.
I will extol the Lord at all times;
his praise will always be on my lips.
I will glory in the Lord;
let the afflicted hear and rejoice.
Glorify the Lord with me;
let us exalt his name together.
I sought the Lord, and he answered me;
he delivered me from all my fears.
Psalm 34:1-4