doxology
A statement of praise to God; also a short hymn of praise. Many examples of doxologies are found in scripture.

• Two doxologies from scripture:

  For from him and through him and to him are all things. To him be glory forever. Amen.(Romans 11:36 ESV)

  “Worthy are you, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they existed and were created.” (Revelation 4:11 ESV)

Learn more:

1. Compelling Truth: What is a doxology, and is it found in the Bible?
2. H. B. Charles: What Is a Doxology? (video)
3. John MacArthur: Doxology: Praise for Salvation
4. H. B. Charles: Blessings and Praise: Benedictions and Doxologies in Scripture

Related terms: 

• corporate prayer
• benediction
• liturgy
• preaching
• regulative principle of worship
• worship

Filed under Ecclesiology

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