Let Everything That Has Breath Praise the Lord

 


“Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord!” (Psalm 150:6)

When we read the word “Let” in Scripture, it often carries a sense of divine authority and power. It is not a suggestion or a request; it is a command, a declaration that brings something into being. For example, in Genesis 1:3, we see this powerful word at work:

“Then God said, ‘Let there be light’; and there was light.”

With a single word, God spoke, and light burst forth into existence. This same authority is reflected in Psalm 150:6 when the psalmist declares, “Let everything that has breath praise the Lord.” It is as if God is issuing a divine decree, calling all of creation—every living being—to join in the symphony of praise to Him.

The Breath of Life: A Gift for Praise

The phrase “everything that has breath” reminds us that every living creature owes its existence to God. It is He who breathed the breath of life into Adam (Genesis 2:7), and it is He who sustains the life of every living thing. From the smallest insect to the largest mammal, every breath is a gift from God, and every breath is an opportunity to glorify Him.

But what does it mean for everything to praise the Lord? Does this include animals, birds, and even the natural world? I believe it does!

The Song of Creation

Have you ever stopped to listen to the birds singing at dawn? Their melodies are not just random chirps; they are a chorus of praise to their Creator. In their own way, birds declare the glory of God through their songs. Jesus Himself pointed to the birds as evidence of God’s care and provision (Matthew 6:26), and if God cares for them so deeply, how much more does He delight in their songs of praise?

The psalmist also speaks of creation praising God:

“Praise the Lord from the earth,
You great sea creatures and all the depths;
Fire and hail, snow and clouds;
Stormy wind, fulfilling His word;
Mountains and all hills;
Fruitful trees and all cedars;
Beasts and all cattle;
Creeping things and flying fowl.”
 (Psalm 148:7-10)

This beautiful imagery shows us that all of creation—every tree, every mountain, every creature—joins in a universal chorus of praise to the Lord. Even the wind and the waves obey His voice (Mark 4:41), and the heavens declare His glory (Psalm 19:1).

What About Us?

If the birds of the air and the creatures of the earth praise God, how much more should we, as His image-bearers, lift our voices in worship? We have been given not only breath but also the ability to know God, to love Him, and to express our gratitude and adoration in ways that no other creature can.

Yet, how often do we take this privilege for granted? How often do we go through our days without pausing to thank God for the gift of life, for the beauty of His creation, and for the salvation He has given us through Jesus Christ?

A Call to Praise

Let us respond to the psalmist’s call with joy and enthusiasm. Let us join the birds in their morning songs, the mountains in their silent majesty, and the waves in their ceaseless praise. Let us use every breath we have to glorify the One who gave us life.

“Let everything that has breath praise the Lord.”

This is not just a command; it is an invitation—an invitation to be part of something greater than ourselves, to join the eternal chorus of creation in worshiping our Creator.

What a wonderful God we serve! A God who not only commands our praise but also delights in it. A God who fills the earth with beauty and gives us the breath to sing His praises. Let us never take this gift for granted. Let us praise Him with every breath, every word, and every song.

“Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord, O my soul! While I live I will praise the Lord; I will sing praises to my God while I have my being.” (Psalm 146:1-2)

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