Tag Archives: Worship

Shout for Joy

In light of the greatness of our God, in light of what Christ has done for us, should there not be a little shouting when we get together to celebrate his greatness and declare his worth? Of course, worship incorporates a variety of forms and encompasses a whole variety of responses—still I wonder where is the joy? Continue reading

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The Right Response

Worship doesn’t happen by just sitting in a pew; it doesn’t happen only through the singing. An important and often neglected part of the worship service takes place as we hear and respond to the Word of God as it is read and expounded. Continue reading

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I Stand in Awe

God’s plan is sometimes difficult to understand. Especially when we try to figure out how he’s “working all things together for good.” There’s a lot of mystery there. Some things are beyond our knowing.. Continue reading

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The Heart that is Free

Watch out for those that would hold on to the form, and lose sight of the substance. Continue reading

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A Joyful Heart of Praise

It’s almost Sunday.  It’s almost time to gather with the saints to celebrate the greatness of our God.  It’s almost time to sing joyful songs. Get excited, shout, sing, and if they’ll let you, break out the tambourine and dance. Continue reading

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David Danced

Worship is a time for celebration.  It is a time for us to break out the instruments and sing with all our might. It is not a time for half-hearted singing or mumbling words. It is a time for us to enter in with all of our heart, soul, mind and strength. Continue reading

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Extravagant Worship

Don’t miss the opportunity to worship Jesus: practically, joyfully and extravagantly. Focus on Jesus, not yourself, and find joy in his presence. He is worthy of our worship in its many forms and expressions. Continue reading

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Fearing God Without Being Afraid

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. Fearing God means having an “astonished reverence” and standing in awe of Him, not living in servile fear. It leads to an intimate relationship with God and a life of obedience and worship. Continue reading

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Holy! Worthy!

December 13 Holy! Worthy!  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 139:19-24 | Obadiah 1-21 | Rev. 4:1-11 | Proverbs 29:24-25 Today’s Scripture Focus: Revelation 4 “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come!” (Revelation … Continue reading

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Shout for Joy

In light of the greatness of our God, in light of what Christ has done for us, should there not be a little shouting when we get together to celebrate his greatness and declare his worth? Continue reading

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