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The Christian and Public Worship (2)

The Christian and Public Worship (2). Attitudes in Worship. The Seriousness of Worship. Worship is – prostrating oneself, doing obeisance, “to kiss the hand of”, etc. It is engaging in specified acts designed to glorify God.

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The Christian and Public Worship (2)

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  1. The Christian and Public Worship (2) Attitudes in Worship

  2. The Seriousness of Worship • Worship is – prostrating oneself, doing obeisance, “to kiss the hand of”, etc. • It is engaging in specified acts designed to glorify God. • Consider various positions mentioned in prayer – they show reverence for God

  3. Seriousness of Worship • Worship is NOT: • EntertainmentAbout you showing offAbout you doing what you want

  4. Seriousness of Worship • God is worthy of our worship! • Revelation 22:9, John 4:23-24 • He created us and sustains us • He loves us and has given us His grace, mercy, etc. • He is worthy • Reverence Heb. 12:28

  5. Seriousness of Worship • Examples of reverence • Moses – Exodus 3:5-6 • Ezra reading the Law – Nehemiah 8:5 • Psalm 89:7 • God is Spirit – John 4:24. We must consider this as we worship Him (Acts 17:24)

  6. Seriousness of Worship • Casualness in worship • Seen in loose versions • Songs and prayers • The way we dress • The social gospel influence • Attitudes and actions – i.e. habitually late, etc.

  7. Attitudes in Worship • Worshipping God in Spirit • John 4:24 • We worship from the heart. More than mere ritualRomans 1:9Romans 6:17-18

  8. Attitudes in Worship • Worshipping God in Truth • John 4:24 • We must follow His instructions! • Matthew 15:9 • God has always given instructions and expects them to be followed and respected (cf. Heb. 8:5)

  9. Attitudes in Worship • Worshipping God in Truth • In each act of public worship we find: • God is glorified • We are edified • It is simple and can be done anywhere • Be careful before you think you can improve on His instructions!

  10. Attitudes in Worship • Purity of life • Psalm 29:2, Worship Him in the beauty of holiness • When we are genuinely serving Him, worship will be joyful • Amos 5:21-24 • Matthew 23:25-28, 23:14, worship without purity

  11. Attitudes in Worship • Unity of purpose • When we come together, we come TOGETHER! Worship brings His people together physically and in thought • 1 Corinthians 11:17-18 • Matthew 5:23-24 (Heb. 13:15) bring your gifts

  12. Attitudes in Worship • Humility • Worship is no place for arrogance. • Psalm 138:6 • Luke 18:10-14Matthew 6:5

  13. Attitudes in Worship • Gratitude • When we are thankful to God, it helps our worship. • He has given, we want to give back to Him • Colossians 4:2 • 2 Corinthians 9:6-7

  14. What is your attitude in worship?

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