In this sermon, Pastor Brian tackles the question that has nagged him most as a worship pastor: "What are we doing here?" He explains that Biblical worship involves humbling ourselves before God and demonstrating His worthiness through our actions and attention. Jesus told us in John 4 that "true worshippers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people."
Pastor Brian distinguishes between two essential types of worship. First, private worship (Monday through Saturday) deepens our closeness with God through both scheduled devotional times and spontaneous moments of praise. Second, corporate worship (Sunday) strengthens our identity as Christ followers when we assemble together. The Sunday service follows an intentional order to offer our collective worship in an orderly way, as Paul instructed in 1 Corinthians. Pastor Brian concludes with practical takeaways: establish a private worship practice, set prayer triggers throughout your day, memorize Scripture, and get involved with a local assembly of believers, as Hebrews 10:25 encourages us not to give up meeting together.
