I think we could all agree – worship isn’t about songs.

Songs are important, but there’s more to a worship service than simply singing through them one after the other, right?

But how do we get to a place in our leadership where we move beyond the song to the main event of gazing upon the glory of the Lord?

We don’t just want good songs.

We don’t just want smooth transitions.

We don’t just want great music or a great show.

We can get that somewhere else.

What we need is the real presence of God and an atmosphere where we can get lost in it.

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There’s no argument that when it comes to worship, our heart is important.

It’s not just about the outward appearance, musical brilliance, or leadership savvy. It’s about the offering we bring to God from deep within our heart. God sees through what is fake and knows what’s there.

But guarding your heart isn’t simply an event or a moment of intense focus. It’s a lifestyle of healthy decisions – boundaries you place in your life to keep your heart pure, on-fire for Jesus, and above reproach.

I believe there are a few areas of focus here:

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There’s nothing more beautiful than the local church – the redeemed people of God, called out of darkness into light, made righteous in Christ.

It is every growing, expanding, and though far from perfect, it is the hope of the world.

The statement I just made might have caused you to say “amen”. It may have stirred your heart. But living out this passion is another story – but may the most important story your life can tell.

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