Psalm 100 - Praising God with our whole being, James Mackenzie

James' main theme is that Psalm 100 calls God's people to praise Him with their whole being. Psalm 100 is a "doubly perfect" psalm because it contains two sets of seven: seven encouragements to praise God and seven reasons to praise Him. The sermon first walks through the calls to worship: shout joyfully, serve gladly, sing, give thanks, praise, be thankful, and bless the Lord's name. Praise is presented as something expressive, joyful, grateful, and active—not just singing, but the whole life of worship and service. The second half gives the reasons for praise: Yahweh alone is God, He made us personally, we belong to Him, we are the sheep of His pasture, He is good, His mercy/loving-kindness lasts forever, and His truth endures to all generations. The sermon ends by encouraging the congregation to respond to Psalm 100 in worship. 00:00 Introduction to the Psalms series and theme of praise02:39 Psalm 100 as a "doubly perfect" psalm04:14 Seven encouragements to praise God05:14 Make a joyful shout to the Lord07:19 Serve the Lord with gladness08:37 Come before Him with singing09:34 Enter His gates with thanksgiving11:24 Enter His courts with praise and be thankful13:57 Bless the Lord's name15:57 Seven reasons to praise God18:15 Yahweh alone is God and our Creator21:22 We are His people and the sheep of His pasture26:22 God is good, merciful, faithful, and true