I'm sitting here near tears this morning as I consider worship. Why do we worship God? For what purpose is our worship? Do we worship Him to get a "pumped-up" feeling? Do we worship because we gain strength and, if so, what do we do with that strength?
I just listened to a song that seems to sum up exactly my thoughts this morning and I would be blessed to know that you took the time to listen, to pray, and to examine your own motive for worship.
I propose to you that if our worship doesn't catapult us into service, obedience, sacrifice, and love, then our worship has been for selfish gain.
Please take a moment and visit Shirley's blog and encourage her by letting her know that her song has challenged you to examine your own life of worship.
Father, teach us to worship You with a pure heart, to offer you a sacrifice, holy and acceptable to You. Teach us how to take the benefit of time spent in Your presence and use it for service, for obedience, for sacrifice, and for love. Teach us to be worshippers with purpose, not simply worshippers who enjoy a brief surge of "feel-good" feelings. We love You, Lord, and commit to live a life of worship, pleasing to You--for Your glory, amen!
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"Worship" by Shirley
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