The faithfulness of God in the past fortifies believers for future challenges.
God not only allowed for joyful worship but also commanded it.
The Lord longs to exalt His people as trophies of His work in them.
Chastening is a mark of affection, not a sign of rejection.
Worship is accomplished with the life as well as with the words and attitudes of people. Changed and transformed lives testify to the character and supernatural power of the God of heaven. Closeness to Him produces changes in character and holiness.
Although God's people find many successes in the world, they must not fall prey to a spirit of pride. We succeed not because of our moral superiority but because of the faithfulness of our divine intercessor and because of the great mercy of God.