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Praise as Jubilation — from halal

Posted on November 5, 2026 by Stephen Nielsen

This Hebrew word halal, found more than 160 times in the Old Testament, is in most cases translated as praise, and gives us the idea of celebration, singing, shouting, boasting, and jubilation.  Whereas praise as thanksgiving is more personal and … Continue reading →

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The Origin and Basis of Praise

Posted on November 2, 2026 by Stephen Nielsen

We have already spoken of how praise flows out of our prayer time with God as we meditate on the Word.  Now here is how praise actually begins.  As we are having our time of meditation, the Holy Spirit works … Continue reading →

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The Praise of Prayer

Posted on October 28, 2026 by Stephen Nielsen

In Christ we have obtained a great inheritance (Eph. 1:12)—eternal life, which is to know God the Father and Jesus Christ His Son (Jn. 17:3). Such knowledge is not just intellectual.  It is a deep and intimate knowledge.  It is … Continue reading →

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How Praise Aid Our Prayers

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Stephen Nielsen

Praise in the Holy Spirit: Our Best Aid to Prayer Posted on March 17, 2017 by Stephen Nielsen The best aid to prayer is the Holy Spirit (Rom. 8:26). But He does not work alone.  He will use our praise as His aid to help us … Continue reading →

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The Purpose of Praise

Posted on April 24, 2025 by Stephen Nielsen
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Praise in Prayer

Posted on April 16, 2025 by Stephen Nielsen
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Praise in the Holy Spirit: Our Best Aid to Prayer

Posted on March 17, 2017 by Stephen Nielsen

  The best aid to prayer is the Holy Spirit (Rom. 8:26). But He does not work alone.  He will use our praise as His aid to help us pray—to energize our prayers.  Here is how I believe it works: … Continue reading →

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3 Aspects of Prayer that Will Be Different in Heaven

Posted on September 30, 2016 by Stephen Nielsen

    We Will Not Need To Confess Sins Or Ask For Forgiveness    I suppose the greatest difference in our prayers will be the absence of confession of sins, and the absence of praying for deliverance and forgiveness. None … Continue reading →

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Three Parts Of Prayer That Will Last Forever

Posted on September 17, 2016 by Stephen Nielsen

    1. PRAISE   Praise will always be part of our prayers—as we express our love, honor, and reverence for God. Praise begins from the Holy Spirit.  He causes us to praise Him.  This is true for us now … Continue reading →

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Five Purposes for Praise

Posted on January 8, 2015 by Stephen Nielsen

  The primary purpose of praise to God is to honor Him, to bless Him, and to please Him. We praise Him with our words, with our songs, and with our loving obedience. We praise Him for who He is … Continue reading →

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