May 26, 2024
Bring Your Best
Why Does Worship Matter?
Is worship an optional activity for religious people? Why does worship matter? The truth is that we
all worship—it’s just a question of who or what we worship. The story of Cain and Abel shows us that who we worship forms our hearts, guides our actions, and determines our lives. Worship really matters!
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- Who or what do you see our culture worshipping?
- When have you seen someone’s worship—what is most important to them—influence their emotions, actions, or life trajectory?
- Abel offered God the “fat portions of the firstborn.” He gave the best of the best. What would Abel’s kind of worship look like today?
- What does your budget say about who or what you are worshipping? How about your calendar?
- Cain’s worship of himself leaked out in anger and resentment. Is there something that can trigger anger and resentment for you? Could it be related to something you are worshipping?
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Recent Sermons
Acts 2:40-47 - As a church, we’re taking some time to talk about our vision and strategy. We’re hoping to add clarity to why and how we do what we do in this season.
Psalm 129 is a bit of a nasty Psalm! The writer has been oppressed and doesn’t hold back in expressing what that feels like. You might think being a believer means your troubles disappear, but that has never been the case. The good news is that God is neither blind nor indifferent to our struggles.
Psalm 131 - The Psalms of Ascent have it all: anguish, anger, encouragement, and wild joy. Psalm 131 is all about contentment. Where does contentment come from? What ruins it? What does it feel like? How can I be content in an age where marketing, social media and mirrors breed discontent?
Psalm 133 - The Psalms of Ascent were songs for the journey—worshippers sang them as they travelled together toward Jerusalem and the Temple. These Psalms give voice to the sorts of things that go through worshippers' hearts as they prepare to worship.
Psalm 104 is a song of praise that marvels at the beauty and order of God’s creation. From mountains to seas, seasons to creatures great and small, it reveals a world sustained by His power and care. This psalm invites us to stand in awe, give thanks, and consider our role as stewards of His handiwork.
Psalm 121 - We humans need help! The question is, where will we turn for it? Psalm 121 invites us to look to God for true help.
