A Mind and Mouth that Magnifies the Lord

A Mind and Mouth that Magnifies the Lord

“O magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt his name together.” — Psalm 34:3

My hope for this week’s blog is to turn our attention toward the significance of developing the spiritual dispositions of our thought life and language that magnify our Lord and God, Jesus Christ.

We walk in a world that frequently magnifies complications and conflicts, fears and fractures (relationally), as well as position and power.

Our opening passage encourages us to prioritize the practice of magnifying the Lord—that is, casting His immensity and making it more visible and illustrious in our lives, and in the contemporary places and spiritual spaces in which we live.

When we exalt His name together, we turn our concentration away from conflict and carnal considerations and focus on the One who created all things.

In addition, the text encourages us to place emphasis on God's greatness and sovereignty—specifically in times of turbulence and trials, as well as in times of triumph. It also amplifies appreciation and humility, knowing that our Lord God and Savior Jesus Christ is the One who liberates us and secures us into longevity.

Simply put, to magnify the Lord is to exalt, glorify, and make God’s greatness, grace, and goodness more evident through our communication, conduct, and conscience.

The passage also declares, “Let us exalt his name together.” This accentuates a oneness in worship. It is not just a private display of devotion, but also mutual ministry—an experience that elevates God’s name in honor, veneration, and joy as a beloved group of believers.

Now let’s consider some practical ways to magnify the Lord—or, as I like to say, to make magnifying the Lord plain and “put it on a shelf” so you can grab it and grow in grace:

  • Personally promote praise and worship with your mind and mouth through song, prayer, and public witness.

  • Personally occupy yourself with obedience and holiness. Demonstrate this by daily living according to God’s commands so that your life is characterized by His character.

  • Personally prioritize service and kindness. Conduct yourself in love toward others, magnifying God’s mercy.

  • Personally proclaim God’s power, presence, and peace. Share with others what God has done in your life.

I encourage you to join me next time as we continue to expand on the essential exercise of magnifying the Lord with your mind and mouth.

Not a sermon, just some thoughts.

FtGG

Philip King