Earth is an place where we can praise God even when things don't go the way we would wish. When things in our lives don't go quite right, Satan accuses God of being unworthy of our praise and worship, doing everything he can think of to mess up our perception of the true big picture by introducing thoughts into our minds using first person singular pronouns (I, me, my, etc.). If you let them get to you, these lies about God, yourself, and the big picture, Satan will wear down your true purpose, weaken your morale, and effectively block you from offering sacrifices of praise when things don't go your way; he'll distort the picture.

The angels shout their praises to God twenty-four hours a day because they walk by sight; they see the big picture. They need no extra motivation; they have no Monday blues. Worthy is God who gave His Son that He might gain more sons. Worthy is the Lamb to volunteer to suffer and die for unworthy people. Worthy! Worthy! Worthy! The angels just can't stop shouting it (Eph. 2:7; 3:8-10). In their opinion, God has proven that there is no other God like Him (Isa. 46:9).

So, how do we fit into this picture? We exist to experience an intimate relationship with God. Once we choose to walk with God, we will become motivated to proclaim His worthiness from the housetops of our lives. Can you imagine a more fulfilling life? We are to proclaim God's worthiness (Phil. 2:14-15; 3:7-10) against the ever-darkening backdrop of a hell-bound world. Are you dancin' to the music in the big picture, or are you murmuring, mumbling, or perhaps even kicking and screaming?

There's no reason for you to stay down in the dumps. An accurate view of the big picture will lift your spirit and motivate you to join the chorus line. C'mon. Rush into His arms and begin to praise Him. Life will take on meaning and your morale, though at times through tears and pain, will hold steady.