Where does my praise come from? My praise to God is not based on sheer emotion. It is not about feelings. Yes, my feelings do get absorbed into the moment of praise, but my praise finds its real base in facts not feelings. I can praise God for who He is, what He has done, and His promises to me. Things around me are constantly changing around me. Even inside my mind, my thoughts and emotions are betraying and, at times, self-imploding. I cannot find reasons for peace, hope, or even to love without the solid presence of God in my life. Is everything in my life calm? No way! Peace comes in the midst of turmoil though when I know that the storms will pass and God is in control. I can express the purest form of love (agape) because I have been given so much from God for no reason at all. I have hope that even though I am NOT THERE YET, I am going to see God (the object of my praise).