The Posture of Praise – AIR Study

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Craig Smee-Cross Over

Bible Reading
1. Isaiah 25:1** – “O Lord, you are my God; I will exalt you and praise your name, for in perfect faithfulness you have done wonderful things, things planned long ago.”
2. Hebrews 13:15** – “Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise—the fruit of lips that openly profess his name.”
3. Jeremiah 32:17** – “Ah, Sovereign Lord, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you.”

Application Questions
1. According to Isaiah 25:1, what are the reasons given for exalting and praising God?
2. In Hebrews 13:15, what does it mean to offer a “sacrifice of praise”?
3. How does Jeremiah 32:17 describe God’s power and capability?
4. What are the four key areas of praise identified in the sermon?

Inspiration Questions
1. How does recognizing God as our God (Isaiah 25:1) change our perspective on our circumstances?
2. What does it mean to offer a “sacrifice of praise” continually, as mentioned in Hebrews 13:15? How can this be applied in both good and bad times?
3. How does the belief that “nothing is too hard for God” (Jeremiah 32:17) influence our faith and actions in difficult situations?
4. The sermon mentioned that praise is a supernatural expression of our relationship with God. How does this understanding deepen our practice of praise?

Revelation Questions
1. Reflect on a time when you were in a negative posture (e.g., anger, hopelessness). How did it affect your ability to receive God’s blessings? What can you do to change your posture to one of praise?
2. How can you make a habit of declaring God’s character over your circumstances, especially when facing challenges? Share a specific situation where you can apply this.
3. The sermon emphasized living forgiven. Are there past sins or guilt that you are still holding onto? How can you embrace God’s forgiveness and move forward?
4. Think of a current challenge you are facing. How can you apply the belief that “God can and will” act on your behalf, as described in Jeremiah 32:17 and 1 Samuel 17:45-47?
5. Identify one of the four key areas of praise (God’s goodness, presence, forgiveness, power) that you struggle with the most. What steps can you take this week to focus on praising God in that area?
6. How can you incorporate the practice of offering a “sacrifice of praise” into your daily routine? Share a practical way to remind yourself to praise God continually.
7. The sermon mentioned the importance of talking to God authentically. How can you improve your prayer life to be more transparent and real with God? Share a specific change you plan to make.

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