David praised the Lord in the presence of the whole assembly, saying, “Praise be to you, Lord, the God of our father Israel, from everlasting to everlasting. Yours, Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is yours. Yours, Lord, is the kingdom; you are exalted as head over all. Wealth and honor come from you; you are the ruler of all things. In your hands are strength and power to exalt and give strength to all. Now, our God, we give you thanks, and praise your glorious name.
—1 Chronicles 29:10–13

Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments, and his paths beyond tracing out! “Who has known the mind of the Lord? Or who has been his counselor?” “Who has ever given to God, that God should repay them?” For from him and through him and for him are all things. To him be the glory forever! Amen.
—Romans 11:33-36

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Amen, Amen: A Doxology
By Jennifer Kane

O Lord, our Father, God most high,
From age to age, Your praises fly!
Forever blessed, Your name we raise,
In awe we bow, in joy we praise.

Yours, O Lord, is greatness crowned,
The power, the glory, all around!
Majestic splendor, kingdom’s might,
In heaven and earth, You shine so bright.

Wealth and honor from You flow,
You reign above, all things You know.
In Your hand is strength to give,
To lift the low and help them live.

Now thanks we bring and bless Your name,
For holy is Your endless flame.
All wisdom deep—who can explore?
Your judgments vast, Your riches more.

Who’s known Your mind? Who gave You aid?
All things by You were formed and made.
From You, through You, to You belong
All glory, power, eternal song.

Amen and Amen—our voices ring,
To You, O everlasting King!

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Scriptures: 1 Chronicles 29:10–13 and Romans 11:33-36

So what is a doxology anyway?

A doxology is a short hymn or expression of praise to God, often found in Scripture and sung in Christian worship. The word comes from the Greek doxa (glory) and logos (word), meaning literally “a word of glory.” These verses shine like bright jewels in the Bible, often appearing after moments of reflection on God’s greatness, mercy, or sovereignty. They are spiritual exclamation marks—spontaneous eruptions of awe and adoration.

Doxologies are not just liturgical traditions; they are deeply personal acts of reverence. They lift our gaze from earthly concerns to the eternal throne of God. They are confessions of who God is—His character, His dominion, and His unmatched glory—and expressions of our surrender and trust.

They remind us that God deserves worship not only for what He does, but for who He is: eternal, wise, powerful, and holy.

King David’s doxology at the end of his reign is both a leadership prayer and a worshipful declaration. Though David was a mighty king, he recognized that every treasure, every victory, every honor belonged to God alone.

He praised God as:
Everlasting – not bound by time
Great and powerful – sovereign over all
Glorious and majestic – the source of beauty and wonder
Worthy of praise and thanksgiving – to whom all honor is due

Even in preparing to pass the kingdom to Solomon, David took no credit. He bowed before the true King, acknowledging God as the source of all things.

In Romans 11, Paul ends a complex theological discussion with a burst of praise. Rather than trying to fully explain God’s mysterious plans for Israel and the Gentiles, Paul simply worships:
“Oh, the depth…” – He marvels at God’s wisdom.
“Who has known the mind of the Lord?” – He confesses God’s incomprehensibility.
“To him be the glory forever!” – He declares God’s eternal worthiness.

Paul teaches us that true theology should always lead to doxology. When we encounter the mysteries of God, we don’t just reason—we respond with wonder.

Doxology isn’t confined to the end of a letter or a Sunday song—it’s a way of life. When we live with a heart tuned to praise, we:
See God’s hand in every blessing and every trial.
Resist pride, remembering that all we have is from Him.
Cultivate gratitude that shapes our actions and attitudes.

Let your heart become a well of doxology, overflowing with praise—not only when you understand God, but especially when you don’t.

When was the last time you praised God simply for who He is?
How might adopting a doxological mindset shift your attitude in everyday life?

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Father God, You are great and glorious, full of majesty, wisdom, and strength. Your ways are beyond my understanding, yet I trust You. Let my heart never grow tired of praising You. Make my life a daily doxology—a living testimony to Your goodness and glory. In your name, Jesus I praise, amen.

June 3 2025