Why does scripture use the words, “a sacrifice of praise”? In fact, I l love a time of praise and worship! But when I think about it, there are times when praising does not come easy.
Not a morning goes by when we do not hear of suffering in the world. There is grief and loss in this world almost minute by minute. Why? For one, we are an imperfect people – sin has followed our footsteps since the time of Adam and Eve. Death and disease surround us and visits the lives of many family members and even friends. Praise then seems far from us.
I’ve heard it said it is easier to praise God in times of joy, especially when sorrow and need are behind you. Life can become so welcoming and happiness seems to overtake you in every direction. When everything in life is filled with more than enough, we can find ourselves full of ourselves. Praise and worship then take a vacation for no pain means many times no praise.

Therefore by Him let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of our lips, giving thanks to His name. Hebrews 13:15

So then let us offer praise continually as God’s Word instructs – not just when we feel like it, not just when we’re in need or not just when life is going our way. Let us offer Him our praise because He deserves it. Yes, praise does become then a sacrifice.
The New Testament shares new life – new life in Christ. It’s about the sacrifice Jesus Christ has given for us – His very life for our life. Our life should then be full of sacrifice for him – and especially the sacrifice of Praise!