Worship Podcast & Blog
Worship. It’s a big deal these days, isn’t it?
Just hearing the word conjures up images of an industry – records, resources, world tours, conferences, and more songs than you can imagine.
You probably have a worship T-shirt. I even think Hanes is releasing a new line of worship boxer/briefs. OK, too far.
But in the midst of all the noise, do we really remember what worship is all about?
I’m feeling disturbed today.
I guess you could say I’m a little upset at what I just read.
Have you ever read something in Scripture that makes you scratch your head?
I like asking myself questions – to evaluate my life and make sure I’m being faithful to the call of God.
In a couple previous posts I’ve talked about 10 Questions Every Worship Leader Should Ask and 11 Questions Every Worship Team Member Should Ask.
But what about the average church-goer? What about those with no musical inclination or leadership position?
Do they have a responsibility?
Most of us give thought to the idea of going to church.
We prioritize church attendance. We show up. We bring our families. It’s what we do.
But how many of us prioritize the worship experience? How many of us prepare our hearts to encounter God with the gathered church?
We need to move beyond religious observance to willing passion.
Criticism can kill you.
Maybe not physically. But it can keep you from experiencing the fullness of what God has for you. It keeps you from worship, hinders your faith, and turns your attention inward.
When you step into corporate worship this Sunday, be sure to check your criticism at the door.