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

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