Love these ideas! You’ve now got a WHOLE YEAR to gather friends and family and come up with some ways you can bring others unexpected blessings! Please feel free to post other ideas you’ve seen!
Patty Thomas
Scriptural Basis For The Whole Earth Praising Him
- 1 Chronicles 16:25 For great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised: he also is to be feared above all gods.
- Psalm 47:6-7 Sing praises to God, sing praises: sing praises unto our King, sing praises. 7 For God is the King of all the earth: sing ye praises with understanding.
- Psalm 48:10 According to thy name, O God, so is thy praise unto the ends of the earth: thy right hand is full of righteousness.
- Psalm 57:9 I will praise thee, O Lord, among the people: I will sing unto thee among the nations.
- Psalm 68:32 Sing unto God, ye kingdoms of the earth; O sing praises unto the Lord; Selah:
- Psalm 69:34 Let the heaven and earth praise him, the seas, and every thing that moveth therein.
- Psalm 98:4 Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all the earth: make a loud noise, and rejoice, and sing praise.
- Psalm 108:3 I will praise thee, O Lord, among the people: and I will sing praises unto thee among the nations.
- Psalm 117:1 O praise the Lord, all ye nations: praise him, all ye people.
- Isaiah 61:11 For as the earth bringeth forth her bud, and as the garden causeth the things that are sown in it to spring forth; so the Lord God will cause righteousness and praise to spring forth before all the nations.
- Psalm 148:12-14 Both young men, and maidens; old men, and children: 13 Let them praise the name of the Lord: for his name alone is excellent; his glory is above the earth and heaven. 14 He also exalteth the horn of his people, the praise of all his saints; even of the children of Israel, a people near unto him. Praise ye the Lord.
- Psalm 149:1 Praise ye the Lord. Sing unto the Lord a new song, and his praise in the congregation of saints.
- Psalm 150:6 Let every thing that hath breath praise the Lord. Praise ye the Lord.
- Isaiah 42:10 Sing unto the Lord a new song, and his praise from the end of the earth, ye that go down to the sea, and all that is therein; the isles, and the inhabitants thereof.
- Isaiah 61:10-11 I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, my soul shall be joyful in my God; for he hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, he hath covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decketh himself with ornaments, and as a bride adorneth herself with her jewels. 11 For as the earth bringeth forth her bud, and as the garden causeth the things that are sown in it to spring forth; so the Lord God will cause righteousness and praise to spring forth before all the nations.
- Jeremiah 51:41 How is Sheshach taken! and how is the praise of the whole earth surprised! how is Babylon become an astonishment among the nations!
- Habakkuk 3:3 God came from Teman, and the Holy One from mount Paran. Selah. His glory covered the heavens, and the earth was full of his praise.
- Romans 15:11 And again, Praise the Lord, all ye Gentiles; and laud him, all ye people.
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Revelation 1:7-8 Behold, he cometh with clouds; and every eye shall see him, and they also which pierced him: and all kindreds of the earth shall wail because of him. Even so, Amen. 8 I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, saith the Lord, which is, and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty.
Waves Of Praise Promo Video
Youtube Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Goh1p88YXnk
Silent Night as Sung by Patty Thomas
Youtube link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=blcrIz9-42Y
Santa’s Last Ride – a Poem by Patty Thomas
Santa’s Last Ride
Copyright, Patricia A. Thomas, December 6, 1999
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Mrs. Claus was pouring cocoa, in cups of green and red
While Santa’s tending reindeer, he’s put away his sled
He closes up the barn doors, and another Christmas year
And wipes his hand across his face, and with it goes a tear
Santa stumbled in the house and said, My dear I’m getting old
Flyin’ cross the stars at night, it gets pretty cold
As they shared a cup of cocoa, she saw that he was worried
He settled back and lit his pipe, and then began his story
I’ve traveled near and far, my dear, for ’bout a thousand years
This is the first I’ve felt this way, to come back home in tears
Oh the lights were brightly shining, as I flew across the land
The trees were very pretty, ornaments and candy canes
But, something’s truly missing, and I cannot understand
They’ve lost the meaning of Christmas, It’s all gotten out of hand
They rush around to buy their kids – the best things in the stores
Things kids don’t appreciate, they get all – that they ask for (toys broken on the floor)
Their homes still echo loud and clear, with now forgotten sounds
Of arguments of monies spent, there’s no love to be found
Wish they’d learn a simple lesson, get back to simple things
They don’t need nintendo, fancy clothes or diamond rings
Slippers, slicers, perfumes, too, and ties for dad galore
What they really need, my dear, is love, and love some more
Wish they’d put away the tinsel, the garlands and the lights
Learn to love the time they have, and learn how not to fight
Learn to find – the magic of love, the feeling that giving brings
That is the stuff that heals their souls, of which the angels sing
Make their homes a peaceful place, a place that’s filled with love
‘Stead they fill their homes with things, they’ve forgotten God above
Forgotten the meaning of Christmas, the gift of God’s precious son
They get their toys, the girls and boys, the parents think it’s fun
Inside each and every one – is an ache, those presents won’t heal
Wish they’d learn the true meaning of Christmas, find out what is real
I’m not sure I can stand much more, watching the fall of this human race
They see the poverty and hunger, then they turn away (their face)
God gave us the life of his only son, to teach us how to be
If they only gave – of their own hearts, what a different world it would be
Oh, it doesn’t feel like Christmas, even though I’ve made my rounds
The hurt, the angry, the hungry, the homeless, with no beds to be found
They turn on back to their own little world, ignore all those in need
Instead they focus on what they got – in my book, I call that greed
If everyone gave just a little bit, the world would soon be healed
There’s more than enough to go around, if they’d remember how to feel
I don’t think – I can do this again, bring presents – to those who have it all
Perhaps it’s time that Santa Claus, saw the writing on the wall
Perhaps it’s time to end this dream, of presents for the young and old
Perhaps they’d learn to open their hearts, – that’s where they’d find true gold
I think I’ll hang up my suit this year, my work is finally done
I hope someday – that they’ll remember – The Gift of God’s only Son.
See the youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slYVAC7XDNY
Feeling So Blessed!
As I look back at the last 2 weeks, and Waves Of Praise, I can only be amazed, astonished, humbled to tears, grateful, thankful..and exhausted. What God Did in Throwing Open the doors was AMAZING! I can’t begin to number the number of times He Came to me and Told me How Pleased He and The Father Are. He Told me it ended up being much larger than I had imagined. It was worth all the nights without sleep, the aching bones, the doing without food for “just a little longer” so I could get the work done. I was denied the time with my children and grandchildren at Christmas, so this praise movement could be accomplished. I know The Lord – He’ll Arrange some special times with them all. What are you willing to do/give up in order to be 100% obedient to The Lord? He REQUIRES ALL.
I’ve been on a marathon of sorts with this. My body is in need of sleep. My heart and mind ready to rest in The LORD this night. Day by day, I would be astonished at what He Was Doing with this movement. I just came through a 24 hour period of almost non-stop “work” – but it was a labor of love for The Lord and our Father. Holy Spirit Guided and Directed me, and Showed me how to accomplish this task. For one person to do this? No. There were MORE. God, Jesus, Holy Spirit, me, Their angels, AND ALL OF YOU! Even when it was finally done, and after 10:00pm on Christmas night, I had to go out in the cold night air and try to find someplace that was open that could make me something to eat. (No – it was NOT a Chinese restaurant like in the movie The Christmas Story.) (And I got to minister while I was there!)
God Gave HIS ONLY Son. Jesus GAVE HIS WHOLE LIFE. They Won’t Accept an hour on Sunday mornings. They Want ALL of us! NOTHING WITHHELD! GIVE HIM YOUR hearts, minds, bodies, thoughts, dreams, desires, everything you are and everything you’re not. Give Him your fears, tears, worries, hurts, grudges, offenses and blaming others. Give Him your time, your possessions, your homes and families and friends. Give Him your pastors and churches. Leave nothing at all in your life that has a name tag attached with your name on it.
He’s Already Shown me some of what’s to come with it next year, and how to plan for it. The magnitude of this blessing…the whole earth praising The Lord for 24 hours? I’ve been at Their Feet so many times….it is an unutterable privilege – no words to describe it. Next year? Oh YES! I’d do it all again in a heartbeat. That’s what The Lord Wants from us…..pouring ourselves out in service to Him…day and night, going without, giving Him every last ounce of ourselves.
Now – rest – JOY – digesting it all, and planning for next year. Good night, world! I’ve been across the whole world today….and are my fingers tired!
BLESS YOU, LORD! BLESS YOU FATHER! BLESS YOU HOLY SPIRIT!
And, please? BLESS EVERYONE that participated in one way or another.
THANK YOU! To all those who participated in the 2013 “Waves Of Praise” Movement!
BLESS THE LORD WITH GREAT THANKSGIVING FOR HIS UNSPEAKABLE GIFT!
THANK YOU!
To All Those Who Have Participated in The Waves Of Praise Movement 2013!
We’ve gone from the west side of the International Date Line all the way around the globe to the east side of it. Peoples of many lands and many languages all raising their voices to the Heavens, and their God and King!
I am so humbled by the many things The Lord Has Done to get this message out to all the world. And, I thank HIM and YOU for all the new friendships, contacts, words, prayers and more that have come from this year’s Waves Of Praise!
I pray that each of you will carry a new measure of love for The Lord in your hearts, and remember to praise Him EVERY DAY!
All through the past 24hours, Holy Spirit Guided, Directed and Inspired me as to what is to come….next year!
If you’ve taken photos of your gatherings, please send them to me at patty@pattythomas.com, identifying the location. Or, post them to one of the blogs below!
Bless you all, and MERRY CHRISTMAS!
PRAISE THE LORD!
With The Love of Christ,
Humbly,
Patty Thomas, Founder
WAVES OF PRAISE
The Miracles Of Jesus Ministry
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“+” Patty Thomas
PAGO PAGO AND NIUE FINISH OUT THE LAST WAVE OF PRAISE FOR 2013!
LAST WAVE IS JUST ABOUT TO END! PAGO PAGO and NIUE
You’ve Got The Waves Of Praise Movement NOW!
It’s YOUR TURN!
Catch The Wave!
PRAISE THE HOLY ONE OF ISRAEL!
Join the Praise that has happened all over the earth!
It’s HOUR -11 on the 24 time zones map!
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“+” Patty Thomas
Hawaii, French Polynesia, Cook Islands! You’ve Received The Waves Of Praise!
Hawaii, French Polynesia, Cook Islands
You’ve Got The Waves Of Praise Movement NOW!
It’s YOUR TURN!
Catch The Wave!
Sing unto The Lord a New SONG!
Join the Praise that has happened all over the earth!
It’s HOUR -10 on the 24 time zones map!
It’s HOUR -10 on the 24 time zones map!
www.wavesofpraiseonChristmasDays.wordpress.com
www.wavesofpraise.blogspot.com
“+” Patty Thomas
US Pacific Time Zone, Mexico & Canada! Give Thanks To God!
US Pacific Time Zone, Mexico & Canada!
HERE COMES THE WAVE OF PRAISE!
It’s YOUR TURN!
BLESS THE LORD WITH GREAT THANKSGIVING FOR HIS UNSPEAKABLE GIFT!
Catch The Wave!
Join the Praise!
It’s HOUR -8 on the 24 time zones map!
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“+” Patty Thomas