Tag Archives: Worship

The Heart that is Free

Posted on July 13, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

David’s heart was free to worship God. His focus was the Lord. He danced and celebrated with all his might. Unconcerned for his dignity, he celebrated before his God. Continue reading →

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A Joyful Heart of Praise (July 12)

Posted on July 12, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Hallelujah!  It’s one of those words you can’t help but shout or sing out really loud! You just can’t mumble Hallelujah.  Continue reading →

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Psalms, Worship and Prayer (July 6)

Posted on July 6, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

One of the reasons I love to read the Psalms before I pray, is that they prime the pump of worship. They help us to focus on the goodness and greatness of God. As we are awestruck by his glory, we are ready to praise and worship. With wide-eyed wonder we are then ready to pray. Worship and praise affects my praying in every way—it provides right perspective, it prompts faith, it helps us focus and refocus our requests. As we worship, we realize the joy of his presence and we are changed. Continue reading →

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New Songs (July 4)

Posted on July 4, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What is your favorite hymn or worship song? Is it a new song or an old song? Why is it special to you? Continue reading →

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Becoming Like the One You Worship

Posted on June 19, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Psalmist suggests that we become like the one we worship. The idols of the nations were sometimes beautifully crafted in precious metals, but they remained the lifeless works of human hands: having mouths but not able to speak; having ears but being unable to hear; Continue reading →

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David Danced (May 24)

Posted on May 24, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

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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Whom Shall I Fear? (Feb 17)

Posted on February 17, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

When you face circumstances that tempt you to fear, it is good to seek his face; it is good to gaze upon his beauty. Remembering who he is, we can say with David, “The Lord is the strength of my life. Of whom shall I be afraid?” Continue reading →

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All Creatures (Dec 29)

Posted on December 29, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

It is good and right for us to praise the name of the Lord. “His name alone is exalted; his splendor is above the earth and the heavens.” God reigns. Let the earth be glad. Let’s join the angels and worship God our King! Continue reading →

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The Revelation of Jesus Christ (Dec 9)

Posted on December 9, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Try reading Revelation as a book of worship. Stand in awe of the revelation of Christ in his glory. Stand in awe of the wisdom of God as we get glimpses of Christ’s rule and reign. Long for more of a revelation of His presence here even as we wait for his coming in great glory as King of Kings and Lord of Lords. Keep your eyes on Jesus. Learn of Him. And worship and adore Him. Continue reading →

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Shout for Joy (Sept 5)

Posted on September 5, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Worship is not a time to mumble. It’s a time for joyful shouting—a time for joyful singing. We serve a great and awesome God and he is so worthy of our praise. Let us come with thanksgiving and praise in our hearts and let’s celebrate the greatness of our God! Continue reading →

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