Friday, August 24, 2007

Wise WHYs of Worship, BS August 24, 2007

Sing joyfully to the Lord, you righteous; it is fitting for the upright to praise Him...Sing to Him a new song, play skillfully and shout for joy! - Psalm 33:1-3

Why Worship?
  • Worship is an act of obedience - Ascribe to the Lord the glory due His name, worship the Lord in the splendor of His holiness. Psalm 29:2 We are commanded to worship the Lord for His beauty and holiness, and as children of God who seek to please Him, let us obey and worship Him with all our hearts and souls, for this is what pleases Him. Let our worship come from obedience and a grateful heart.
  • Worship is an act of reverence - You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for You created all things and by Your will, they were created and have their being. - Rev 4:11Worship is the proper recognition and celebration of God, returning to Him the glory that He alone deserves and honoring Him with our lives and our words.
  • Worship is an acknowledgement of Christ's sacrifice - The Lord our God made a great holy sacrifice to bring us back to Him and make us His heirs. It is but fitting to thank Him with all our hearts and offer our lives as a living sacrifice. So then, my friends, because of God's great mercy to us...offer yourselves as a living sacrifice to God, dedicated to His service and pleasing to Him. This is the true worship that you should offer. -Romans 12:1

  • Worship is a reflection of our lives - Shout with joy to God, all the earth. Sing the glory of His name, make His praise glorious! Say to God, "How awesome are your deeds! How great is your power!" Psalm 66:1-3Let our achievements, successes and blessings be for the glory of God. For without Him we are nothing. Every good gift is from above and points back to its source. It is all for the glory of God.

Let us not run short of joy. Let us stock up on it so that our church, homes and workplace are overflowing with joy. Let's drench our everyday lives with joy and the wonder of worship. All we need to do is turn our eyes heavenward and celebrate what we see.

-Elmer

BS Aug 24, 2007 Attendance - 9

FECP Sienna Photo Album


FECP Sienna Cell Group started in September, 1999. The first meeting was attended by Monty and Lani Sarabia, Elmer and Joy Rombaoa, and Beth Santos. In less than a month, Dahlia Alcaraz joined in and very soon Chris Santos, Joel Alcaraz and spouses Jun and Aida Solano followed. Two more couples: Romy and Chic Rosalinas, and Danny and Mila Tai joined in after a few months, and FECP Sienna cell group became complete with all seven pairs meeting regularly on Fridays, 9:00 pm on Sienna Street, Marikina City, recently, with Ogot and Christy Jacobo, as our newest members. Elmer Rombaoa facilitates the study of the Word. Together these group members hold a Christ-centered bond of friendship and brotherhood under God's care and grace. All praises be to our God. Hallelujah!

Worship an Everyday Lifestyle-BS August 10, 2007

Sienna Cell Group Bible Study - August 10, 2007
"Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own, you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body." I Cor. 16:19-20
God created us for a purpose, and that is to bring Him pleasure. As children of God, it is our duty to live a life that is pleasing to him. "So, whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God" I Cor. 10:31. Anything we do that brings pleasure to God is an act of worship.
Dynamics of Worship
Everyday Worship in Solitude - Begin with your personal time with God. "Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for Him." Ps 37:7; Come near to God and He will come near to you." James 4:8. Maintain a personal relationship with the Lord through prayer in solitude. Listen to His voice and obey. Pray without ceasing. Luke 18:1
Everyday Worship in Service - "Become an offering acceptable to God, sanctified by the Holy Spirit. Glory in Christ Jesus in service to God." Rom 15:16-17. Get involved in ministries; help in the building of God's kingdom; or in whatever you do, just do it for the glory of our Lord.
Everyday Worship in Struggle - In times of struggle, through storms and difficulties, stand firm and know that He is God. "Consider it pure joy whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." James 1:2-4.
Everyday Worship in Sacrifice - Sacrifice some of your time, leisure and self-gratification. Do not conform to the patterns of this world. Rather, "Offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God--this is your spiritual act of worship," Rom 12:1.
"Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer." Rom 12:12.

You are God's TEMPLE ON WHEELS. Wherever you go, whatever you do, let worship be part of you, and let God's light so shine upon you and reflect the glory of God! Make worship your everyday lifestyle.

-Elmer

BS August 10, 2007, Attendance - 13

KEEP GOD FIRST IN YOUR LIFE!

KEEP GOD FIRST IN YOUR LIFE!
(1.) God First! (2.) Marriage, (3.) Family (4.) Ministry/workplace (5.) etc.