Yes, in scripture the words sing and praise are almost synonymous in most passages, especially in the Psalms. And in Ps. 22:3 we see the principle of God dwelling, living in, being enthroned in, or inhabiting the praises of His people. As we read in Ps. 113 and 150, God has commanded that we are to praise Him. In Ps. 81:1 the verse says, "Sing aloud unto God our strength: make a joyful noise unto the God of Jacob." (This verse gets both singers and non-singers in on the act.) Then verse 2 includes the musicians or instrumentalists. Praise is not a choice...it is a command. It is not optional. It is not a privilege; it is a prerequisite. For us to not praise is to be disobedient to a specific command of God.
Not only is it a command, it is a witness of God to the world. Where there are praising children of God, God is the center of attention because He is both the source and object of that praise. He is lifted up for all to see and adore when we offer praise to Him. ( Ephesians 1:4, 12 and Ps. 40:3)
Praise is also freeing. In Ps. 81:6, 7 He says, "I removed his shoulder from the burden; his hands were delivered from the pots. Thou callest in trouble, and I delivered thee." As we said earlier, God dwells in praise. The all-powerful and all-knowing One is present and in the middle of anything and anywhere we find ourselves. Freeing victory is certain and His prevailing power and presence is present here and now when praises are sung. We see in other places where praise frees from mourning, depression, or a heavy spirit. (Is. 51:11) When we praise we are expecting God to come and do all He promises. In Ps. 47:6-7 God commands us to "sing praise with understanding." God wants us to understand the principles of praise and the cause and effects of offering the sacrifice of praise. As the song says, "God inhabits the praises of His people and inhabits the people of praise!" mjm
