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Throughout history, monks and mystics alike have often set apart the month of December as a time to reflect on His first coming in the flesh, to meditate on the present reality of His indwelling of believers, and to anticipate His final coming for His bride, the Church.
This special time of fasting and focusing solely on the Lord stirred up divine anticipation for His final coming and also created an insatiable hunger and expectation to see Him change our present reality. This blog series will help draw you closer to the Person of Jesus, the lover of your soul.
The cry of Hosanna! is a prayer of deliverance infused with ecstatic praise. The people shout to Jesus, “I beg You to save us! Please deliver us!” Little did they know He was answering that prayer, but not as they expected.
With the advent of Christ, we Gentiles have been grafted into the people of Israel. We now have entered into the glorious fold of eternal blessing and promise. We now by faith, receive the Lord - our exceedingly great reward.
Just as Noah was saved from the judgment of sin by the wood of the Ark, so shall all who call on the name of Jesus be saved by the wood of the cross soaked in the Savior’s blood.
Adam and Eve disobeyed God’s command to not eat of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil (Genesis 2:16-17). God had given them everything, yet they listened to the voice of the accuser and believed that God was holding back from them. In eating of the fruit they committed the original sin and the gates of Heaven were closed to all mankind.
Yet, man was not abandoned by God. The Father promised a coming Savior and Redeemer.
Out of all creation, mankind is the only work that God personally put His hands to; every other creation He spoke into existence. Imagine Adam’s first waking moment. The first time he opens his eyes, he is face-to-face with God breathing life into him. He was made to fellowship with God and worship Him.
God is the creator of all things. By speaking creation into being, God demonstrated His matchless creativity through all that was made. The beauty of our Creator’s gift gives us something to marvel at every day. Yet, in the midst of all creation, something stood far above everything else - God Himself. The greatest gift He has ever given us was Himself.
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In the realm of worship, King David serves as a powerful example of someone with a heart fully devoted to God. He was unafraid to set aside his dignity and become "even more undignified" in his worship because he recognized the worthiness of God. However, there is another side to this story—a cautionary tale that teaches us an important lesson about the danger of criticizing dancing in worship.
In Psalm 149:3, it is written, "Let them praise His name with dancing and make music to Him with tambourine and harp." This scriptural invitation reminds us of the significance of dancing before the Lord as a form of worship. Inspired by the example of David, who danced with unreserved passion, we explore the profound meaning behind dancing in the presence of God and how it enables us to express uncontainable joy.
In our culture, shouting is often associated with expressing joy, celebration, or even frustration. Whether it's cheering for a sports team or venting our anger, shouting is a powerful and expressive act. But did you know that shouting also has a place in worship? In Psalm 27:6, the Bible encourages us to shout with joy as we worship the Lord. Let's explore the significance of shouting in worship and how it allows us to express our uncontainable celebration of God's goodness.
I had an experience that forever marked me and taught me about worship in this way. Years ago, I got the stomach flu from my friend. This was a particularly virulent strain of the stomach flu and I had it for three weeks. All I could do was stay in the bathroom all day; I was sleeping and living in our bathroom. I could barely keep any food or water down, and I was in so much pain I didn’t move much.
In a culture where bowing down or kneeling as an act of worship is not commonplace, it may seem unfamiliar or even uncomfortable. However, these physical postures hold deep significance in expressing our reverence and surrender to God. As we delve into the scriptural foundation of bowing and kneeling in worship, we will uncover the beauty and power behind this extravagant response to our Creator.
Music is a beautiful gift from God. It is a way that we can express our love for Him when words fail. The melodies and harmonies played are more than just pretty sounds; they can be a direct extension of our inward worshipfulness. We can adore the Lord and praise His holiness through song and instrument.
In the realm of worship, the act of raising hands can be a topic that stirs curiosity and raises questions. For many, it seems strange or unfamiliar, and the significance behind it remains elusive. As someone who once shared these sentiments, I discovered the profound meaning of raising hands through the study of scripture.
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Singing praises to God is a beautiful act of worship that brings joy to our Heavenly Father. Many believers are comfortable singing in corporate worship settings, but the Bible encourages us to embrace singing as a vibrant and personal expression of our love for God. In this blog post, we will explore the power of singing and discover three ways to engage in heartfelt worship through song.
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In the midst of our busy lives, filled with constant distractions and demands, there is a profound need for moments of stillness and reflection in our worship. Selah—a word often found in the Psalms—invites us to pause, reflect, and meditate on the beauty and greatness of God.
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Let us approach the Scriptures with reverence, seeking to understand their depths and allowing them to shape our lives. May we diligently engage with God's Word, for it is in this sacred practice that our faith is fortified, our hearts are transformed, and our lives are anchored in the truth. As Psalm 119:105 proclaims, "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path."
Prayer is a powerful tool that allows us to connect with God, seek His guidance, and experience His love and presence in our lives. In this blog post, we will explore ten powerful devotional prayers that can help you deepen your relationship with God. These prayers are inspired by the attributes of our Heavenly Father and aim to draw you closer to Him.
I have recently been thinking about how our time on this earth is the only time in all of eternity that we get the chance to worship God and praise God through hardship, through pain (physical, emotional), through suffering, AND through joy, through blessings and prosperity. Because in Heaven, there will be no hardship, no pain, no suffering. “He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away” (Revelation 21:4-5)
I never realized how important rest was to God until recently.
I’ve been studying David’s life and discovered a verse that gave the reasoning behind David not being chosen to build the temple of God that I had never noticed before. In this portion of the scripture below, God outlines His reason for choosing David’s son, not him.
This blog post delves into the author's journey of finding their personal word for the year 2023, which turned out to be "love." Through reflection on 1 Corinthians 13 and Mark 12, the author learns the importance of loving oneself in order to truly love others. The post offers a heartfelt and relatable story that can inspire readers to re-evaluate their own approach to self-love and personal growth in the new year.
Today is St. Patrick’s Day. We can be encouraged by the life, faithfulness, and love for God’s Presence that Patrick held. St. Patrick was not actually Irish. Rather, he was kidnapped by pirates at 16 years old and was taken to Ireland as a slave for six years. During that period of his life, he said that God’s Presence became very real to him. It was in the midst of slavery that Patrick began an intimate walk with the Lord Jesus Christ.
Crafted prayers are important because they allow us to pray more effectively and specifically, using the language and promises found in scripture. When we craft a prayer, we are intentionally choosing words and phrases that reflect our faith and trust in God, and that align with His character and will for our lives. This kind of prayer can be particularly helpful when we are facing specific challenges or spiritual attacks, such as the threat of witchcraft.
Saint Valentine's sacrifice for the sake of loving Jesus is an inspiring example for all of us. It reminds us that being a radical lover of God requires sacrifice, sometimes at the highest cost. As Christians, we are called to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind, and to love our neighbor as ourselves. This means putting God and others first, even when it is difficult or costly.
What is a miracle?
I asked God this question the other day if I had ever witnessed one. I have friends who have seen legs grow out, cancers disappear, deaf ears hear, and metal plates dissolve, but I can’t remember seeing any of those types of things.
As a worship pastor, many thoughts can run through my mind after leading. But recently, God showed me the only question and thought that really matters after leading a set.
Is He pleased?