Sing for joy, you heavens, for the Lord has done this;
    shout aloud, you earth beneath.
Burst into song, you mountains,
    you forests and all your trees,
for the Lord has redeemed Jacob,
    he displays his glory in Israel.

I have been enormously helped, at times, by the writings and teaching of Dr. R.T. Kendall. I think it would be fair to say that no book by him impacted me more than ‘Thanking God’.

Barry Webb points out that although, in this verse, creation is called upon to praise ‘…surely, of all created things, it is those made in God’s image who ought to praise him most, and, of them, the redeemed most of all. And those who do will find that the battle is won; it is impossible for idolatry to get a foothold in a joyful, praising heart.’ ‘Isaiah’, p.1821.

“I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought, and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder.” ~ G.K. Chesterton

”The Christian who walks with the Lord and keeps constant communion with Him will see many reasons for rejoicing and thanksgiving all day long.” – Warren Wiersbe

”Gratitude is what you feel. Thanksgiving is what you do.” – Tim Keller