WHAT IF YOUR PRAISE IS MISSING SOMETHING?

It’s easy to sing “Praise the LORD.” But do we actually understand WHY we’re praising Him?

In this episode of Refuge & Strength, we dive into Psalm 33 and uncover the connection between revelation and praise. David doesn’t praise God blindly—he praises Him because he understands something about God’s power, wisdom, holiness, mercy, sovereignty, and grace.

The God who spoke creation into existence… The God whose wisdom surpasses every human thought… The God who governs nations and fulfills His purposes… is the same God who offers mercy, forgiveness, restoration, and fellowship to sinners.

That should change the way we praise. 🙌

This isn’t just about singing louder. It’s about knowing the One you’re singing to.

🎙️ Psalm 33, Part 2: “Praise With Understanding”

If this message challenges you, encourages you, or deepens your understanding of God, share it with someone who needs to hear it.

Because the deeper we understand who God is, the more reasons we have to praise Him.

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🎙️ ARE YOU REALLY WORSHIPPING GOD?

Psalm 33 says, “Sing to Him a new song.”

But what does that actually mean? 🤔

Does God want Christians constantly writing new worship songs? Is worship about having the right music, the right voice, or the right emotional experience?

Not exactly.

In this episode of Refuge & Strength, Pastor b.Side dives into Psalm 33:1–5 and uncovers what God actually wants from our praise.

🔥 Praise isn't supposed to be half-hearted. 📖 Worship isn't supposed to be empty repetition. 🎵 A “new song” isn't necessarily a new song. ❤️ True praise flows from understanding what God has done.

When you really understand God's mercy, grace, forgiveness, righteousness, and salvation, something should happen inside you.

You don't just know about God.

You rejoice in Him.

And Psalm 33 says that kind of praise is beautiful.

So here's the question:

👉 Has your understanding of God's goodness produced a fresh response of praise?

🎧 Listen to “Singing New Songs” — Refuge & Strength | Psalm 33:1–5

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What should we do when we truly understand God and His mercy?

In the final study of Psalm 32, we look at David’s powerful testimony to forgiveness, correction, instruction, and restoration. David experienced firsthand the consequences of trying to hide his sin—and the overwhelming mercy of a God who refused to leave him in rebellion.

Psalm 32 reminds us that God’s forgiveness isn’t a license to keep living according to our own desires. His mercy equips us to receive His wisdom, follow His instruction, trust His leadership, and walk in righteousness.

David also warns us: don’t make God treat you like a stubborn mule. 😂 Sometimes God’s correction is painful, but His discipline is an expression of His mercy and His commitment to accomplish His purposes in us.

And ultimately, Psalm 32 ends with a command—not merely a suggestion:

“Be glad in the LORD and rejoice, you righteous; and shout for joy, all you upright in heart!”

If we’ve been forgiven, cleansed, and reconciled to God by His mercy, how could we respond with anything less than gratitude and praise?

🎙️ Listen to the latest episode of Refuge & Strength as we wrap up Psalm 32 and explore what it really means to respond to God’s mercy.

Listen. Reflect. Rejoice.

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For more information or Bible teaching resources from Pastor b.Side, visit www.pastorbside.com

To support the work of the ministry from Pastor b.Side, visit www.pastorbside.com/donate

You can also listen to Pastor b.Side’s other podcast, which explores the attributes of God through His Old Testament names, called, “Getting To Know God.” Here are the direct links to this podcast:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Ec0A2fIRgbSeODzzuCMrf

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/getting-to-know-god/id1839302336

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