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15. Praise and Worship

Praise. Times of singing, and other forms of vocal praise, are very beneficial for the group. Faith is built, burdens are lifted, God is glorified and the believers are encouraged. To praise means to admire, lift up, give a compliment. Praise is expressing back to God our appreciation and understanding of His worth.

The Bible is full of exhortations to praise God (Ps. 96:8-9, 113: 1-2), to "declare the praises of him, who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light" (1 Pet. 2:9). It is not an option, but something we are expected to do. Even if we don't feel like praising God we still should bring "the sacrifice of praise"; obedience brings a blessing.

Worship. Worship centers our attention on God Himself. To worship means to bow yourself down. Our heavenly Father seeks those who would worship Him in spirit and in truth (Jn. 4:23). We worship God as our Creator, our loving Counselor, Prince of Peace. We express our love to Jesus as our heavenly Bridegroom when we worship Him.

You as the leader have to make sure that people know the words of the songs. Prepare ahead of time the songs and practice them. Sing simple uplifting songs with not a lot of words, it will allow people to focus on the Lord. If you don't lead the worship yourself, appoint someone to do it in advance. The leader sets the example for worship. You can lead singing, call for enthusiastic vocal praise, and allow for times of quiet meditation. In all these things he or she must be sensitive to the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

Wisdom. Use wisdom and never allow persons of the opposite sex to minister to one another being separated from the group. You also have to remember when you pray for persons of the opposite sex: 1) make sure that other people can hear you; 2) don't make inappropriate contact with their bodies; 3) if you need to visit them make sure somebody else is at home.

From praise and worship comes strength.

1. What can we learn about worship from the following references? Ps. 33:1-3, 40:3, 96:2-3, 148:2-3?

2. What are some of the purposes of singing praises to God? (Eph.5: 19; Col. 3:16)

3. What do we need to do in order to receive wisdom from God? (James 1:5)

 

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