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This Isn't That | Worship | Part 2

Tyler Minton
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August 25, 2024

Main Idea

The central message of Pastor Tyler's sermon was that worship is our response to God's sovereignty and love. He taught us that worship is not about our preferences or feelings but about God's worthiness. Worship is an act of obedience, a reflection of our purpose, and a transformative experience that changes our perspective. Pastor Tyler urged us to worship authentically and passionately, as our worship not only pleases God but also aligns us with His will. He reminded us that true worshipers worship in spirit and truth, and that our worship should be based on choice, not feeling, and should be done with everything we have, expecting God to respond.

Scripture References

Psalms 150:1-6, 1 Peter 2:9, Psalm 18:3, Ezekiel 46:9, John 4:23, Habakkuk 3:17-18, 2 Samuel 24:24, Mark 12:30, James 4:8, Hebrews 13:5, Psalm 145:3, Psalm 48:1, Luke 19:37-40

1. How does our understanding of 'Why' we worship influence our 'Way' of worshiping?

When God no longer calls the shots, He becomes just a convenient religion, not our Lord.

2. In what ways can we avoid making worship about our own preferences and focus on God's desires?

Discussion Questions:

3. Discuss the different Hebrew words for praise and how they can enrich our worship experience.

4. How has worship changed your perspective on problems or challenges in your life?

5. What are some steps we can take to worship God more authentically and passionately?

The worshiper becomes like the object of their worship, so choose wisely what you give your adoration to.

Summary

In 'This Isn't That: Worship,' Pastor Tyler Minton reminded us why worship is a non-negotiable part of our Christian walk. He emphasized that our 'Why' shapes our 'Way,' and that worship is not about personal preferences but about obedience to God. Pastor Tyler explained that worship is a command from God, and when we pick and choose what to obey, we're making ourselves gods instead. He highlighted the importance of the Psalms, which are entirely devoted to worship, and encouraged us to express our praise to God as vividly as the Psalms do. He also touched on the various Hebrew words for praise, each depicting a different aspect of worship, from singing and shouting to playing instruments and dancing.

Call to Action

Some next steps to take this week:

Let's practice obeying God in our worship simply because He commands it, not based on our personal agreement or desire.

This week, let's take one more step closer to God in our worship, whether that's through singing, dancing, or another form of praise.

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