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As worshippers and worship leaders, we want to experience everything that God has to offer through our times of individual and corporate worship. With this thought in mind, we have collected - from conversations with worship leaders around the world - a growing list of great worship resources: from books and webpages to articles, instructional videos, teaching devotionals, and much more. Check it all out on the "Helpful Stuff" page of Life-Changing Worship.
Updated Website Provides Worship Education and Resources for Leaders
The Chicago Church of Christ and Dave Eastman, working with a gifted team of web designers, graphic artists, video producers and editors, have redesigned our brotherhood's "Life Changing Worship" website: www.lifechangingworship.com. Filled with Bible-centered resources, worship leaders and evangelists can find tools to improve congregational worship. The home page shows the following sections: Videos; Lyrics, Charts and Recordings; Helpful Stuff; Quotes; Articles; Events; and Products and Services.
Registration Open in Budapest for First Ever European Worship Conference
Register Now for New England Worship Retreat
We are pleased to announce that Scott Davis, Lead Evangelist for the Greater Baltimore Church of Christ will be our Keynote Speaker for the East Coast Regional Worship Retreat, April 26 - 27th, 2013 hosted by the Boston Church of Christ. Our theme is "Worship the King."
Psalm 47 - Clap! Shout! Trumpet! Sing Sing! Sing! Worship the King!
If ever there were a Psalm calling us to sing praise to God, this one would be my first choice to recommend ...
Sing praises to God, sing praises;
sing praises to our King, sing praises.
Worship Directions - Singing Inward!
“Praise the LORD, O my soul." Psalm 104:1
“All my inmost being – praise his holy name!” Psalm 103:2
"March on, my soul; be strong!" Judges 5:21
Did you ever hear a song leader encourage the church before a specific song “The lyrics of this song are a prayer – It’s a great song for us to speak directly to God!”? “O Lord prepare me, to be a sanctuary..”
Or maybe – “Look someone in the eye as we sing with this song! Let’s encourage one another”? “Rise up O Men of God!”
These are examples of worship lyrics that are primarily “Vertical” or “Horizontal” in nature. With one the communication is directed to God. In the latter, it is directed towards one another.
All of Life is Worship - Part V of Lord's Prayer Studies
As we continue to reflect on worship in the Lord's prayer, we will deepen our appreciation of the truths found in this submissive request... "Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." Matthew 6:10A quiet time tool for you to dig into the scriptures is included as well in this study.
If we truly pray this prayer, that God's will be done just as it is done in heaven, our lives will grow in humility and obedience. Did you ever stop and reflect how heavenly beings do God's will? Angels are quick and submissive - and they do God's will with humility and awe. (That is a different quiet time!) Worship helps people to center on our Holy God's praiseworthiness. Everything we do is to be done because of and for God's infinte worth! Worship puts our unworthiness in
to a healthy perspective where can appreciate God's goodness and grace. Our flesh is so self-sufficient and prideful that God's people need to constantly feed truth about God's glory and holiness to their minds and hearts. Personally, it helps keep me on the narrow path as life goes on. We are here to glorify God. The most ancient texts in the Bible bring people back to this truth as well: Jeremiah captured this truth well when he said, "Consider then and realize how evil and bitter it is for you when you forsake the Lord your God and have no awe of me, declares the Lord, the Lord Almighty.” Jeremiah 2:19
Looking at worship through the words of Christ is a simple rewarding Bible study. In Part 1 we looked at God as OUR FATHER>> Part 2 explored the idea of COMMUNAL GROUP WORSHIP>>. Part 3 was an extensive look at the dozens of scriptures addressing the FEAR OF THE LORD>>, And Part 4 looked at the Kingdom of God - designed to bring GOD TO THE WORLD>> In this Bible study, the Lord would like us to deepen our conviction that all activities we do are a means to honor him.
In either case, God is glorified by our surrendered heart and obedience. Look at these scriptures about doing God’s will that reveal that the Lord is glorified by our deeds. Remember however, that what we do outwardly is only pleasing to God based on who we are inwardly. In this quiet time we will emphasize and look for the worship noted. If we are truly worshiping God from humble hearts, who we are on the inside will be aligned under the supreme worth of God. This quiet time is a good tool for you to dig on your own and note what you learn... Click HERE>>> for a printable version. |
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God’s Will
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How is God glorified? (Fill in)
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Proverbs 14:31
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Helping the Poor
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John 15:8
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Bearing Much Fruit
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1 Corinthians 10: 31
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Having a meal
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2 Corinthians 4:15
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Evangelism
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Leviticus 19:32
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Respecting the Elderly
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2 Corinthians 9:12-13
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Sharing with Others in Need |
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Matthew 5:16
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Shining your light
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John 8:54
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Displaying Humility
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Psalm 130:4,
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Forgiveness
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Romans 12:6
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Using Your gifts
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Isaiah 38:19-20
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Playing Music
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Matthew 25:38, Romans 12:13
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Hospitality
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2 Corinthians 8:19
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Serving the church
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Psalm 85:9, Revelation 14:7
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Fearing God
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Contentment in non-materialistic living
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Romans 13:1-7
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Submission to Government
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Perseverance in Trial
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Phillipians 2:11, Hebrews 13:15
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Confessing Jesus is Lord
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Joshua 7:19
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Confessing our sins
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Romans 11:33 - 12:2
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Offering our lives to God
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1 Peter 4:16
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Being persecuted for Jesus
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Romans 15:5-6
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Unity with others in the church
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Psalm 13:5, 1 Timothy 1:12
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Trusting in God’s power
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Isaiah 24:1-16
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When God's justice prevails
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Proverbs 3:9-10
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Financial Giving
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Romans 14:8
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Living and Dying
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Luke 17:18
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Displaying Gratitude
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I Samuel 6:5
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See your sin as it really is
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All of life is worship! We live in the kingdom of God and all is for the King's glory!!
If something as basic as eating and drinking is a way to glorify God, certainly all of life is worship.Opportunities to worship God are present 24/7 365 days a year. Do God's will, "whether you eat or drink" in light of and for God's infinte worth! Honor him, for the ability we have to "live and move and have our being" comes only from him. Hold your breath
"And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." Colossians 3:17
"Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven"
Click here for Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 and Part 4
In Christ -
The Power of Music - Scriptures Reveal Insight
Here is a lesson by Jerry Maday from the 2011 American Leadership Conference: Worship Track. "Understanding the Power of Music"
The Bible shows how Music is an evidence of a loving God and how musicians' hearts can be faked out by the enjoyment of performing. It isn't worship if the heart is prideful. Jerry shows God's call to worship team members to lead the way in knowing and adoring God.
Worship in the Lord's Prayer: Part 3
The "fear of the Lord" is a theme seldom looked at as a type of worship. It is a topic Jesus introduces in the Lord's prayer with these 4 words: "Hallowed Be Your Name."
John 3:16 - New Hymn to Convey Meaning of Widely Promoted Verse
The world has undoubtedly seen John 3:16 more often than any other scripture. People see it, but never really get an opportunity to grasp its meaning. An eloquent phrase encapsulating the gospel, many have solicitiously brought this verse to the public eye using pop culture.