Long story, but I entered my boyfriend’s church and got saved, we later broke up and it was PAINFUL. my natural instincts were to leave, the church, the city, the state, as long as it means to not be around my ex, well I always ran away from my problems and I felt God telling me to stay where I got saved. And use Him for strength, as uncomfortable and painful it has been, I pray that I worship God by obeying Him and staying in the church he called me to be in. Praise you God
Quite a while ago as I was worshipping alone in my bedroom, playing my guitar and singing "Nothing I Hold Onto" by Will Reagan and could just feel the Spirit moving in me. To an outsider they might think I was crazy as I was rocking back and forth, cross legged with my guitar on my lap and eyes closed but it's pretty normal for me. As the song faded out though, my hands were quite jittery which is not uncommon for me but without thinking, my hands started tapping on my mouth first, and then tapping my heart. A moment later I felt the words inside me: "let the words that leave my lips be of a true reflection of my heart". It was such a cool moment especially after singing the lyrics I was which is something that still sticks with me to this day. I want that prayer to be true, that the words I speak would reflect what's in my heart, and what's in my heart to be pleasing to God. "There's nothing I hold onto." Sacrifice is hard. Letting go is hard. There's comfort in knowing that I don't have to do this in my own strength though. Not by might, nor power, but by his Spirit.
neither verse you posted says that. If you're gonna troll at least don't be one simple google search or bible opening away from being wrong. Just why?@@Ezekiel365
I'm a "newer" Christian. Was raised Christian, thought church was boring, then went to a Mega Church, it was fun, but really played more than learned about God. Then I saw these false prophets and Street preachers, spreading nonsense and hate. I became Agnostic for a while, and still am, but never lost faith. I want to grow a better connection to God, and this vid really helps. Preciate' It
@user-li6zk2kh1j Well now I do, have been a while. Growing up It was hard not to be concerned with others when others are the ones teaching you about these things. I had to stop listening to others to build my relationship with God, and listen to people speaking In good faith
I feel you. Don’t let bad “Christians” disgust you of faith like it has for many, these oppressors have nothing to do with the word and use it wrongly. May God always be with you. Take care❤
I do not have a good singing voice… downright awful. But God gave me this voice and I joyfully sing to praise Him. When I was a little girl, I would always sing while I prayed to God. I don’t actually remember singing much in church. But I remember singing CONSTANTLY while I prayed. Especially in times I was afraid. Thank You, Father God, for always being with me. Please soften our hearts and open our eyes to Your Glory. Amen.
I believe in you, don't ever give up, remember practice makes perfect 💓, and I am right with you 🥰, I sing all the time,but probably don't sound very good 😊
I have one daughter who is a terrible singer and I tell her regularly that scripture says let everything that has breath praise the Lord and that her singing praise is beautiful to him because it's genuine and he can tell the difference between a child who praises and one who is only singing so others will hear how pretty they sound. God knows the difference and he'd rather hear the genuine praises from a voice we think is unpleasant than the lip service from one who is prideful
No one EVER has a bad singing voice... your voice is beautiful. "I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." Psalms 139:14. As someone that used to focus on performance during worship, worship is not about me nor you, but it is about Jesus. It's always about him and for his glory that he deserves. 💛
@ansonlau55097 You are correct that worship is about the performance... But I do have a terrible voice.. I'll make your ears bleed and shatter glass lol
When i was a kid i used to wonder why people where closing their eyes and singing i didn't understand what they were feeling in that moment or if someone where feeling anything at all but as I've grown I've noticed its about bringing your heart to God and receiving him I'm just coming out of sin a learning how to be holy ...its hard but not impossible not with my God and if you're reading this know you're not alone and i a with you in christ that we may truly be children of God
im 14 years old and i have been watching your video's for about a month now and they have helped me al lot and gave me clarity about a lot of things i was confused about, thank you
God bless you brother! If you want another youtube channel that helps out with understanding things there's an awesome channel called BibleProject, and they're amazing. God is using these people to teach and share His Word. Go give them a watch, some are short and to the point, but others are studies that can be up to hours a video. Much love young brother!
This got me in tears because I been praying and crying out to God about my heart and how I want to do things but for some reason my heart is just not aligned. & this makes complete sense, I can see now I been worshipping Him with my mouth but who I truly worship is shown in the day to day operations of my life. This hurted but I know it’s true and I needed this for my current journey, thank you
I am going through the same struggle, don't give up, keep praying, seeking Jesus, God answers prayer, He knows the heart of every person and yes I myself am going through the same struggle ❤
Please stop, oh my gosh it saddens me so much that people are so stressed and sad about their relationship with a god that doesn't exist... please, use your brains, escape the brainwashed mindset that has been given to you and use your intelligence to escape the stupidity... it's so sad watching people suffer so much trying to please their god when thinking open-mindedly for more than a minute would instantly cause them to realize how obviously fake it all is.
How is it possible that EVERYTIME you say "... and always remember, Jesus Loves You" I get teary eyes. Man, may God bless your ministry. I thank the Lord for the working He's doing through you, your voice is soo filled with the Holy Spirit like it's crazy. Your voice when you say that phrase is so filled with love that it's as clear as spring water that that love is heavenly and not earthly. God Is Great
@@everaloftis7919 Jesus loves you too. I've also read your message in this comment section talking about your journey in Christ and I wanted to tell you that you are not alone. As humans it's impossible to be perfect and as long as you're willing to try to better yourself and most importantly willing to let the Lord renew you I think you are on the right path. Just never give up no matter the obstacles, both those physical and those in your mind because Jesus never gave up on you and He never will. God bless you Evera
Reminds me of that Michael W. Smith song “Heart of Worship” 🎶I’ll give you more than a song, for a song in itself, is not what you have required. You look much deeper within in the way things appear, your looking into my heart🎶
I am a worship leader this saturday and this video popped out of nowhere. Very thankful that this came across and I felt it as a message from God to see my heart first before I lead people to worship. This video revealed to me truths of what I am doing wrong up to now and i am blessed that it is revealed to me through your video
hey! I’m 14 years old, and I have been struggling with worship. I’ve always loved to sing and make it all about sounding good, but sometimes I find myself forgetting it’s about God and not me. this channel really helped/helps me and gives me peace knowing Jesus is here for me. I’ve also been struggling (I got baptized this year) with giving myself all the way to God. I kinda set this boundary so I wouldn’t look weird, or I would still be like others and be God’s daughter, and I always felt like I was being attacked caring about what everyone thought about me always. and after watching this, I’m choosing to finally let go of caring about that invisible boundary to let what I learn about God go to the heart. I’m letting him love me and learning to love him. I hope you can do the same, the devil wants you to have a lukewarm heart, fight him. 💗 edit: love your enemies! thank you so much to everyone who has helped me, I remember reading the first replies and I melted, they made me cry and I am so thankful for every one of you. but the fighting and trying to make a scene needs to stop. everyone who is trying to say God is this horrible God who hates everyone or something needs to stop right now. you guys are making more drama than the 15-year-old girls at my school. so with love, stop. (sorry for all the typos, I corrected them)
Remember one is not saved by his/her ACTIONS but by his/her FAITH!!! Congrats on getting baptized! I want to get baptized but I want to wait a little bit because I’ve only just started to be a Christian
@Nestellnd actions prove the faith. You have to act on what you promise, otherwise its not only empty, but you start using faith as an excuse not to act. Dont fall for that! You think your mother would be cool with you messing up the house and not doing your chores so long as you at least acknowledge she's in fact your mother? Lol no
I'm 15 and I'm the opposite. I'm always afraid that if I sing, I might not be doing it for God, and I don't really like to sing in public, so I've been finding other ways to worship.
@@chucksolutions4579 I hear you brother but i wasnt even mentioning it audibly, it has been a silent prayer for me. Either way I give every credit and glory to our Lord and Savior Jesus ♥️
You guys changed my life and help me to grow closer to god every single day I don’t give this to you in hopes of thanks I don’t want any repayment I just want you to know my life is better from having you guys be a part of it and helping me in my walk with Jesus I tried to donate on your site so it was private but it’s not supported in my country this message is to let you know how much of an amazing job you guys are doing I’m yet to be part of a church but this is my community you guys are my people and remember Jesus loves you
Thank you so much for sharing this with us! We’re incredibly touched to know that our content has made a difference in your life and in your walk with Jesus. Knowing we’re part of your journey means the world to us. You’re a valued part of this community, and we’re so grateful to have you here. Remember, Jesus loves you deeply, and we’re honored to be on this path with you!
If you do not desire to worship or you just get lost all the time in your mind. I recommend you worship everyday 5-10-15-20 minutes. For me is so hard to focus on worship I have get better at this, as I worship everyday, but still costs me to desire worship God, I love to read my bible and pray, but worship is so hard, I have get better with this tip, I just need to learn how to foucs even more, I hope this is encouraging ❤
As someone who grew up in the charismatic church, I sometimes felt bad that I wasn’t like the other people who were loud, sang songs and danced. I just stand there and do nothing. That’s just how I am. But it’s like some of them think that worship has to be loud. Not everyone’s extroverted and outgoing, not everyone’s a dancing person, not everyone can raise their hands and sing songs. But I felt guilty because of it.
God knows your heart bro. As long as you keep follow God and do everything that God want you to do like this video told us. God will always love you bro ❤
This is exactly my issue with the charismatic church. They each have their own clique of extroverts that you either become a part of, or are treated like an outcast by. There is no middle ground with them.
Same here. And I *was* a performing songwriter with a regional concert ministry. I'm just a flaming introvert and not given to public display. I had to allow 30 minutes before concerts to deal with my stage fright. ;^) Once at a charismatic church everyone was worshiping like you describe and the Spirit compelled me to kneel and pray. There were people who tried to take me by the arms and raise me to my feet to sing, dance and clap like they were. I rebuked them and remained in prayer. It was shortly after that I quit going there because I had no witness to what they were doing - in fact I felt a bit of a check in my spirit about it. Remember the woman who washed Jesus feet with her tears and dried them with her hair? They were critical of her worship too - and Jesus rebuked them. Want a laugh? Look up a song called "Make A Way - Jack Helser (feat. Karen Helser)" - it pokes a little harmless fun at the charismatics.
You described exactly how I was feeling! When it came to any music honestly, when I get up and dance or shout it’s kind of rare. I hope you were able to no longer feel that guilt.
You connected scripture with scripture to show the truth. Also, you explained what Worship is, and is not, AND you shared it simply so that many can understand. Well done!
Wow! I was having a really bad attitude about an on going situation in my life that often leaves me feeling hopeless. Self pity and apathy start to creep in and my heart becomes hard and resentful. My attitude changed quickly with this reminder to surrender my mind and body to serving God in this situation. 😥 It's uplifting to be reminded that in surrendering, I am worshipping God. 🥲 And in worshipping God I am drawing closer to Him. Which will give me the strength to get through this situation. Thank you Father for putting this video in my view just as I needed it. ❤
I know is hard in the church to not be ahsamed of lifting up our hands or giving a shout of praise but We don't have to be ashamed because Jesus die for us and he wasn't ashamed of dying for Us
As a church musician, I like the traditional church arrangement with the choir loft in the back of the worship space. Music is important, but the focal point is the altar, not how cool the musicans look on stage.
Roman’s 12:1 - Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God-this is your true and proper worship.
@@angelahartzell92 To be a living sacrifice means to put God's will and Plan for our life in God's hands and surrender to him while we trust his Holy Spirit to guide us and do his will.
@@angelahartzell92 HOLY SPIRIT?? (Isaiah 44:2-3) Thus sayeth the Lord Fear not, O Jacob, my servant; and thou, Jesurun, whom I have CHOSEN for I will pour "MY SPIRIT" upon (thy seed) and my blessing upon (thine offspring) (Ezekiel 36:22-27) Therefore say unto the house of ISRAEL Thus saith the Lord GOD for I will take YOU "from" among the HEATHEN and gather YOU out of all countries, and will bring you into your own land A "NEW HEART" also will (I) give you "and" a "NEW SPIRIT" will I put "within" YOU and I will (put) "MY SPIRIT" (within) "YOU" (👆only ethnic Israel was promised and can receive the Holy Spirit - also sacrifice pertains to ethnic Israel only both old or new testament)
I'm so glad I watched this, I saw the thumbnail and title and almost hardened my heart from what you were sharing. Praise be God for guiding me to watching this, I've needed to hear this for a while...much love again to you my brother, and God bless you.
@@catrpilla6181 but in a way it's good because we knew he uses scripture to back up his claims and thus shouldn't let something like that deter us, the Bible makes many uncomfortable for a reason, and this kinda does the same.
@@catrpilla6181 I see the thumbnail as an issue because the people "singing and leading" the worship are elevated on a stage before others, so they're getting the attention rather than God. Which I 100% agree with, and I agree with you as well. What he said wasn't wrong in any way.
Well, I certainly agree: Things, like Deuteronomy 21:11, and 2 Samuel 24... or Leviticus 25:46... Do certainly, make me, uncomfortable. And considerably more, oftentime...!@@damasrion9192
You can worship in everything you do by applying God's word to your live for example if you play soccer you can be kind to your team mates, and if you do that you do it for God's glory-worship
I disagree. I lived a long time with that mindset, until the Lord set me free. I always thought it had to be hard or it wasn't right. Yes, sometimes sacrifice is uncomfortable. It isn't ALWAYS uncomfortable.
Sacrifice is uncomfortable at first just like discipline because you need to be disciplined in order to sacrifice but overtime discipline becomes easier to do and you feel more willing to sacrifice
@@tiredofliars I just saw this comment after 6 months. It was very uncomfortable to read because it is so true. Thank you for seeing and calling out what you saw. I was born and raised in a religious cult and only left a year and a half ago. There is so much I am learning and deconstructing. There are things so deeply ingrained in me that I don't see it unless someone who can see calls it out. Thank you. I'll be praying and working on this. Thank you and may YHWH bless you 💕 (Eddited for poor spelling haha)
@@knz10639 My step father, his oldest son, and my older brother are all ministers. I was groomed to be a minister. But, I had reality to keep me grounded. I read the entire bible before I was 18. I have spoken to ministers, priests, rabi, brothers, monks, etc. I researched the history of the bible etc. I can point you to the parts of the bible that PROVES it is false, but it is better if you read it for yourself. Start in Genesis and read it straight through. No stopping, no jumping around, and certainly no asking someone else to explain it to you.
this video popped up right before me and the choir group I'm in were to sing in front of the church today. Though I didn't watch this video until service was over. God's ways to reaching out are so cool! I like to remind myself this when sinful thoughts come in: don't sing for people in front of God, but sing for God in front of people.
Amen! I am a brother in Christ who worships in the sanctuary of the Catholic Church. This spoke so strongly to me and was a reminder of why the choir loft and instrument are in the back of the sanctuary and the tabernacle and crucifix are the central point of the worship space and during worship we do bow down not to the crucifix but to God that came down to Earth as man suffered, died and on the third day rose from the dead. Again, amen! and let us remember that today we are called to worship and pray for each other as I hope you pray for me.
I pray for you and with you. Thank you for sharing your observations on the purpose for the layout of the sanctuary, may I add there is a Godly reason as well for the altar and for making things sacred.
I agree with you. I have been to a number types of churches until I decided to become Catholic. We have a beautiful choir, with organ and the voices of the choir. It is situated in the choir loft-where it should be. The congregants sing along with the hymnal. The non-dom churches we went to, while I initially learned a lot from the pastor, however much of music -while-modern and uplifting was not always biblical. While music can be uplifting, I go to church for the Eucharist, the body, soul, and divinity of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Yes by design the choir loft with the organ is at the rear of the sanctuary so as not to visually distract from activities that are holy. The problem with contemporary churches is they place a rock band on a stage exactly like a performance in an auditorium there is no difference whatsoever. There is no altar or communion rail, and often no pulpit or ambo, the message is delivered at floor level with the speaker marching to and fro like any other performer. The East Wall with an image of Christ is gone, in its place is a conference room style display screen. In general if there is something sacred in an older church is has been removed, if you ask why you will often get a derisive reply. I have seen several newly built modern churches that actually are gymnasiums with basketball hoops on either side.@@janicefalvey2561
The way my spirit reacted to this. I needed to hear this, my heart is all over the place than where it needs to be. I felt my worship fall flat, and serve in vain. I still vow to serve. Trying to recover from a lot of hurt but can’t quite get it
Great message. Very needed in this time when most of the church thinks worship is the two slower songs they sing after the three faster songs (praise) every Sunday. An entire generation has missed the true meaning and depth of blessing and life He invites us into through true worship. Worship is not a genre of music. Or, an industry or movement. It's a heart posture of full surrender to our Lord who is worthy.
the part that really stuck with me was when you said “the one thing that Christians should be aware of is living a comfortable Christian life.” Which i something i am personally going through currently. For years I have never grasped the fact that the times where i sacrificed myself by doing good things and being uncomfortable/hurt in return was considered “true worship.” Thank you so much for answering the questions I have had for years 💗
This is so powerful! I am guilty of praising god and praying to him but not living out his word. I know now what worship really means. I always thought it was only saying that you love god and want him to be in your life but it is also living out his word.
JESUS loves you!❤ I just finished my daily devotion just a few minutes ago when I came accross this video. It helps me understand what the passages I read. Truly the Lord is looking into our hearts, we may go to church every sunday and bible study and yet our lives live differently, but the Lord won't let us live like that that's why He rebukes and corrects us because of His Love towards us. Let us be reminded of this, 1 Peter 1:18-19 "Knowing that we are not redeemed with corruptible things.......but with the precious blood of CHRIST,as of a lamb without blemish and without spot" Let us worshipped HIM in our daily lives❤❤
Being a Christian, I am SO blessed I can work in the field I am in. Believing in God and his son Jesus, I can lay down my physical and mental stresses and give those to Him as I heal and care for others as a nurse. Seeing the prayers of myself and someone’s family be answered for patients as they get better, I know Lord is working in that place; it is to Him I can worship and praise His work
Thats why we must be born again. We wont ever be sinless but we dont make a lifestyle of sinning. There's many people that say they believe in Jesus but dont live a lifestyle for him and allow the holy spirit to change them.
Thank you so much for this video! I always felt like I wouldn’t be a good Christian because I could never do what social media considered worshiping God. I feared being lukewarm and not being seen by God as a true believer because I never stood up and held my hands up as I listened to gospel music. I honestly felt lukewarm and fake trying to make myself feel something I didn’t all because society in some Christian social media made me think worship could only be done through lifting your hands up and crying to a praise song. Thank you for clearing things up for me!
This video really helped me. I'm currently going through a battle of breaking a screen addiction and decided to watch this video while I eat my leftover Japanese food. Your channel has helped me a lot with understanding God's word. Thank you for being a vessel of the Holy Spirit to help the church.
Moral of Story: Worship is also about Not allowing peoples instincts to dictate our future based on the promises God has for our live that we should only be worshiping him and not all these others gods.
I see surrender and service in my mind as 1) Turning down the temple of me 2) Rebuilding a new temple that is designed and excited to serve God. Thanks for the great video!
This is why my church always spends time in prayer and surrendering ourselves and the service to God before we start singing. And we don’t sing modern “Christian” songs, rather we sing hymns.
I love your videos .They encouraged me too change my ways and turn to a more productive lifestyle.There are many things we can choose to worship but only through one man can we reach salvation and achieve success:which is God .Carry on doing the good work because God is happy with you and needs you to bring light to this world.
Worship is obedience which is better than sacrifice. Worship is letting your hands loose. Worship is crying to the lord: "You're worthy of it all , You're worthy of it all, For from you are ALL things, And TO YOU are all things, You deserve the GLORY " And we have to really MEAN IT. This is worship. Worship demands something of you. Amen. Hallelujah 🙌
Wrong. Scripture says faith without works means nothing, and works without faith means nothing. This channel is protestant mumbo jumbo. Like everything, Protestant and Anglican and Non-denominational, it is not valid only those who are Ordained are allowed to preach because preaching requires Authority God has not given all of humanity the authority because of all the contradiction that will occur as is happening now and for the past 500 years to preach therefore it is only those with Authority. That began with the Apostles and those from whom the Apostles Ordained and has continued to the present day. Everyone else, therefore, is a Counterfeit Christian, a contradiction to Christianity, a total fraud.
thats a good idea! ive definitely used my testimony before when i witnessed to certain people in the past. id say a basic framework is telling people what your life was like before Jesus, how you met Jesus, and hows He changes your life currently. i copied your video idea! :)
We don't need people to educate us on how to witness. If we truly rely on and trust the Holy Spirit then He will be in control and tell you what to say.
Testimony may be visible or audible. Maybe an artist paints him and his family going for a walk, signifying the time he preached The Word of God to them or with them. Or write a song describing a roller coaster of emotions about how you felt during tough seasons in your walk with Christ. Maybe even something like caring for animals or for others because of what you've been through, witnessed, or experienced. That's what I presume how a reel testimony should be
I've watched this video before but I watched it again and I'm taking it to heart this time. I realized I've just been singing to God and not surrendering to God. My worship has felt empty and vain. I'm going to start applying this in my worship life cause it's really needed.
I'm really thankful to the Lord for He's using you, your videos to bring encouragement and inspiration for many people, especially for believers. God bless you.
I'm a new follower of Christ about a year ago and I have to unlearn what my parents taught me with some things like: we have to give our 10th (usually to the church) or we worship more when we sing to God and such. So I now know it's about humbleness, patience, submission, surrender and living out the Word with generosity. God has been changing me throughout the year and if I look back at old me, it's not such a good view and I'm grateful for God saving me from that.
'And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. ' -Colossians 3:17 This aligns perfectly with what is being said in this video. Especially at 6:50. I thank the God of heaven for the creators of these videos because they are helping me to truly feel the conviction of the holy spirit and have led me to saving faith. I have known for many years that God exists and even believed in him but only recently recognized that I was in the category with the demons who believed and trembled but I did not recognize that that belief was different from saving faith.
The more i learn the more grateful i feel ,GOD is surely good to us and knowing he loves us gets rid of all the anxiety i have had for years .thank you for the wonderful message IMPACT GOD bless you 🤗️
Surrendering and willingness to serve God, is no overnight accomplishment; as it entails giving up creature comforts to which humans have become very accustomed, and denying one's fleshly cravings. Such self-sacrifice takes time to which to adjust by re-wiring the brain pleasure center; it took me about six months before the withdrawal pains lessened tolerably from my addiction to sin. Now, I feel victorious. Thank You God! 🙏♥️
I'm extremely happy and my heart is filled with joy that this year, the majority I listened to are Christian worship songs that made me sing, dance, and cry many times because these lyrics are not just scripture-based but they are alive! Our God is alive and I thank Him every day for the music He gave us. I stopped listening to many artists who are against God. I'm fully awakened! Thank You, Jesus, my Lord and Savior. 🥰
Thank you for this. I've been attending a church where they spend at least 20 minutes singing song and worshipping and I feel like it's just a waste of time. I wouldn't sing to my husband how much I love him. I would show him every day by my actions.I wouldn't sing to my children about how much I love them. I would show them every day the last service was calling out people who were not raising their hands and hi, and in protest, i stayed sitting with my head bowed in prayer
Thank you so much for posting this. I've gone to church my entire life (I am 16), but I never could call myself a Christian until last year. Conviction is one thing, worship is another. Thank you for teaching that worship is a lifestyle, and that if it is true, it will involve sacrifice.
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 🎵 *Understanding Worship* - Worship is more than singing songs. - The importance of distinguishing between worship and praise. - Exploring the concept of worship in the Bible. 01:24 🙏 *Worship as Surrender and Service* - Worship involves complete surrender and willingness to serve. - Examining Matthew 4:8-10 and Daniel 3:5-28 as examples of worship through surrender and service. - Emphasizing the choice of surrender and service in true worship. 03:02 💔 *Beware of Empty Worship* - Warning against empty worship as seen in Matthew 15:8-9. - Highlighting the importance of a genuine heart connection to God in worship. - The danger of appearing holy externally while lacking true devotion. 05:32 📖 *Worship in Spirit and Truth* - Worship should be in spirit and truth, according to John 4:23-24. - Connecting worship to God's Word and the importance of truth. - How worship can manifest in various aspects of life beyond songs. 07:49 🙌 *Worship Belongs to God Alone* - Emphasizing that worship belongs exclusively to God, as stated in Revelation 22:8-9. - Acknowledging the hierarchy of authority and ultimate surrender to God. - Reminding Christians to prioritize God's commands above all others. Made with HARPA AI
I learnt something from my youth worship leader. Throughout my journey as a Christian, I always thought worship was when we praise God, whether it’s singing or talking to Him. But my youth leader said that songs were to remind us of what God had done for us and stirrup every emotion in our body So no, it’s not just to worship Him but to remind ourselves of how good God is. Keyword:REMIND. So yes serve Him by doing things in His will. Serve Him by making what you do in life to be done while keeping Him in mind God bless y’all :)
“Let us commend ourselves, each other and our whole lives unto Christ our God!” And the people respond while bowing “to Thee O Lord!”. This video spoke true things. This sentiment is found and expressed correctly in ancient Christian worship, found without blemish and deviation in the Orthodox Church. I was raised in evangelical rock band culture. A lot of hype and emotionalism. But I was deeply desirous to truly worship the Lord in Spirit and in Truth. Surrendering to the Holy Will of God is paramount and endlessly highlighted within the Orthodox Christian Faith. Ever are we at work to live a life of repentance. Ever are we recalibrating our lives to serve the Triune God. Ever are we training in righteousness. We all know that Jesus loves us. But the question is, do we love HIM?
Years ago I visited a Calvary Chapel for a few months and I couldn't stand how they scheduled time for "worship" (i.e. praise band) and then a separate time for "the service." During "worship" there would always be people out wondering around outside the sanctuary, talking, drinking their coffees, leisurely arriving at their own time and just hanging out. It was the first of many red flags that caused me to run far, far away from that place.
In a hospital not everyone has the same degree of sickness...some have the common cold some have cancer...a church is where sinners go to seek healing by learning more about the Savior...what a shame that you based you're entire opinion on the sickest people. Or perhaps the most healthy nothing wrong with wondering outside the sanctuary fellowshipping if you serve in the church and participate in one of the seevices...my church has 3. People are like icebergs ...what's visible is just the tip but what lies below the water line is so much more that you don't see.
I start the day singing along to worship music in the shower- I know I’m not doing it for show, but for God. I give the day to Him and pray that His will is done on this new day.
Wow, hits the nail on the head - and really explains what is meant that we shall worship God all the time. I mean, it clearly explains that worshiping God does not mean that we have to sing around all the time (and making other people around us to think, we'd be a complete moroon). In other words, worship is an basic inner attitude, not just an action.
Thank you so much for making this video. I recently did something that the Lord commanded me to but I was so confused about why he would ask me to do that and why and how it would help me grow closer to him. At the same time I was constantly questioning if I was worshipping correctly. Your video has answered all of my questions and made so many things clear. I feel like I know have a true and deep understanding of what God wants me to do and why the path to follow him is so difficult. Thank you again. Please keep making these videos. They help so many people. God bless you. :)
Even working to the best of your ability’s is worship. Once I understood that being a good employee and doing my very best is honouring father god. As the sun reflects off the moon and lights the night, we are to reflect the love and light of our Heavenly Father in this dark world
Worship, true worship comes in many forms, you can worship in anyway in anyplace. Worship is an act of gratitude and thanksgiving, of praise, of singing, of communing in prayer, of speaking to the Lord with tongue. Every moment that we are awake is an opportunity to worship
Thank God I saw this video. Thus, Story time! So this morning, I had the idea of worshiping before praying. To be honest, I usually pray more to God than praising and worshiping God. Because I don't know much worship songs. The ones I know are either the ones I don't know the lyrics of or the ones when I sing it, sounds really empty, like there's a very weak connection, like it's not clear. So when I sang only 2 worship songs before praying, I felt nothing, there wasn't any enlightenment. But I wasn't bothered, I simply moved on to pray. My day was going great till I saw this, and it's a big eye-opener. I hope God can forgive me of my sins, and other people's sins too, because I did WORSHIP-very wrongly So I Thank God, for you guys making this video. I keep praying for God to give me faith, enough faith to trust him and his ways and I know that I'm getting there. Baby steps, little by little. God bless you all and of course, Jesus loves you all too!! 😊❤
I was told a few years back u dont know how to worship God if you cant do it without music i was so blessed being told that! We had home church for years and some people missed the singing praise songs and when i heard about praising and worshiping without music it was an awesome eye opener! True worship! PRAISE GOD! AMEN!
crazy timing... just embarking on this journey to learn how to worship and this pops up in my feeds God is so good is He not.... thank you so much for breaking it down like this
This is a great video, and we all definitely need it. Because some people in this world don’t know what real worship is and they’re doing false worshipping which is sad. Spread this video everywhere and spread the gospel in the name of Jesus. ❤
I think in Chinese, the word: worship has a clear meaning: 敬拜 where 敬 means respects, 拜 means bow down. So, it kinds of bothered me why worship is related to singing songs when I learnt it from my English fellowship, now I understand. Thanks turns out these 2 things do not have a very strong connection and the Chinese meaning has been correct all along
It is not just singing but surrendering me and my body and mind . Always remember that he died on that cross and did not regret it one bit . We should always worship him .Thank you Jesus
I just wanted to say thank you for making these videos. I am reading through the Bible for the first time in my life at 40 years old. These videos really help me to understand some of the things that are confusing to me. I thank God for all the blessings he gives to his children.
Praise is the fruit of the lips, what you say or sing. Worship is what you do, which shows the state of the heart. Anybody can say they love God, but those that do His will show it. Great video!
Thank you for sharing what true worship is and for pointing out how difficult it can be. It reminded me of the fact that God is always there for us and truly worthy of all praise. I've already known, that it's important to surrender to God but hadn't fully realized it before. HE already did so much for us, HE gave everything for us, we should do the same for HIM. HE already knows what's best for us and will help us in our struggles, so we can just let us fall into His arms
I wanted to search videos that say what artists we shouldn't listen as a Christian cuz I only started being a christian some months ago. And somehow this video popped up to me and I decided to watch it. I watched it to the final and I felt different. I felt like I had to follow Christ with all of my heart and don't disobey Him. I Felt some sort of Happiness, Idk how to describe it and i wanted to cry! This proves that the Mighty power of Jesus is Real and He can Change us in misterious ways! May Jesus bless you!
I’m a Christian Catholic trying to understand what worship means to my fellow Christian brothers & sisters and this video sums it up beautifully, thank you! Worship indeed requires our own self sacrifice united to Jesus’ so as to surrender to and serve Him alone.
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Summary: WORSHIP isn't just singing gospel music, but also living out its lyrics.
Amen.
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Yep
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I became a Christian about a year ago and this channel has helped me a lot, thank you!
Nice, your pfp is a bassist waifu as well.
same, became one just a little more than a year ago too
Jesus loves you
Same here.
Amen
Today I almost did something I would regret forever. But God showed me this video for a reason and I fully surrender to him🙏
Praise Jesus!
Hallelujah 🎉
God bless 💙 🙏 praise the Lord ✝️ 🕊
@@seanA416Why are you praising Jesus instead of God the Father?
Same brother / sister, God bless you! May we walk in the light of The Lord from now and forever ❤
Long story, but I entered my boyfriend’s church and got saved, we later broke up and it was PAINFUL. my natural instincts were to leave, the church, the city, the state, as long as it means to not be around my ex, well I always ran away from my problems and I felt God telling me to stay where I got saved. And use Him for strength, as uncomfortable and painful it has been, I pray that I worship God by obeying Him and staying in the church he called me to be in. Praise you God
Hard as it may, but that's where you can fully believe in the Lord's comfort. Fix your eyes on Jesus ❤️.
It's probably healthier to follow your heart and do what you want rather than listen to an imaginary dictator in the sky, but you do you.
May the Lord be with you in your struggle
@@RitmosMC how is Jesus imaginary?
@@kolbystar Jesus probably existed, but the entire magic god thing? Eh... not buying it.
Quite a while ago as I was worshipping alone in my bedroom, playing my guitar and singing "Nothing I Hold Onto" by Will Reagan and could just feel the Spirit moving in me. To an outsider they might think I was crazy as I was rocking back and forth, cross legged with my guitar on my lap and eyes closed but it's pretty normal for me. As the song faded out though, my hands were quite jittery which is not uncommon for me but without thinking, my hands started tapping on my mouth first, and then tapping my heart. A moment later I felt the words inside me: "let the words that leave my lips be of a true reflection of my heart". It was such a cool moment especially after singing the lyrics I was which is something that still sticks with me to this day. I want that prayer to be true, that the words I speak would reflect what's in my heart, and what's in my heart to be pleasing to God. "There's nothing I hold onto." Sacrifice is hard. Letting go is hard. There's comfort in knowing that I don't have to do this in my own strength though. Not by might, nor power, but by his Spirit.
this comment really blessed me!! especially the end🥹 praise God
What a beautiful moment ❤
Long comment, but true
"Religion began when the first scoundrel met the first fool."
Voltaire
Ephesians 5:19
19 speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord,
"Jesus loves you" gets me every time 😭 ❤
I say it with him everytime a video ends!😊
@@phindokuhlem5113same almost every time I say it 😊
Me too😭
Nonisraelites mean "less than nothing" to God as it's written "Isaiah 40:15-17" "1st kings 10:9"
neither verse you posted says that. If you're gonna troll at least don't be one simple google search or bible opening away from being wrong. Just why?@@Ezekiel365
I'm a "newer" Christian. Was raised Christian, thought church was boring, then went to a Mega Church, it was fun, but really played more than learned about God. Then I saw these false prophets and Street preachers, spreading nonsense and hate. I became Agnostic for a while, and still am, but never lost faith. I want to grow a better connection to God, and this vid really helps. Preciate' It
♥️ im right behind you
Blk why do you concern yourself with what other people do ? Your relationship with God is one on one that's what is important.
@user-li6zk2kh1j Well now I do, have been a while. Growing up It was hard not to be concerned with others when others are the ones teaching you about these things. I had to stop listening to others to build my relationship with God, and listen to people speaking In good faith
I feel you. Don’t let bad “Christians” disgust you of faith like it has for many, these oppressors have nothing to do with the word and use it wrongly. May God always be with you. Take care❤
@@stoneyrules no that is your personal relationship with God.
Worship is a lifestyle and our worship belongs to God alone 💖
I do not have a good singing voice… downright awful. But God gave me this voice and I joyfully sing to praise Him.
When I was a little girl, I would always sing while I prayed to God. I don’t actually remember singing much in church. But I remember singing CONSTANTLY while I prayed. Especially in times I was afraid.
Thank You, Father God, for always being with me. Please soften our hearts and open our eyes to Your Glory.
Amen.
I believe in you, don't ever give up, remember practice makes perfect 💓, and I am right with you 🥰, I sing all the time,but probably don't sound very good 😊
At least it's from heart keep doing it girl ❤❤❤❤❤
I have one daughter who is a terrible singer and I tell her regularly that scripture says let everything that has breath praise the Lord and that her singing praise is beautiful to him because it's genuine and he can tell the difference between a child who praises and one who is only singing so others will hear how pretty they sound. God knows the difference and he'd rather hear the genuine praises from a voice we think is unpleasant than the lip service from one who is prideful
No one EVER has a bad singing voice... your voice is beautiful.
"I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
your works are wonderful,
I know that full well." Psalms 139:14.
As someone that used to focus on performance during worship, worship is not about me nor you, but it is about Jesus. It's always about him and for his glory that he deserves.
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@ansonlau55097
You are correct that worship is about the performance... But I do have a terrible voice.. I'll make your ears bleed and shatter glass lol
When i was a kid i used to wonder why people where closing their eyes and singing i didn't understand what they were feeling in that moment or if someone where feeling anything at all but as I've grown I've noticed its about bringing your heart to God and receiving him I'm just coming out of sin a learning how to be holy ...its hard but not impossible not with my God and if you're reading this know you're not alone and i a with you in christ that we may truly be children of God
im 14 years old and i have been watching your video's for about a month now and they have helped me al lot and gave me clarity about a lot of things i was confused about, thank you
Keep seeking my young friend good on you.
God bless you brother! If you want another youtube channel that helps out with understanding things there's an awesome channel called BibleProject, and they're amazing. God is using these people to teach and share His Word. Go give them a watch, some are short and to the point, but others are studies that can be up to hours a video. Much love young brother!
Keep going!! Be strong in faith, I wasn’t saved until I was 37. I would give it all back if I could have been truly saved at a younger age.
Im 15 years old, great to see someone around my age here. God bless you bro 🙏🙏🙏
walk by faith not by sight 🙏🏽
that's the wisdom of God .
praise his Holy name forever
This got me in tears because I been praying and crying out to God about my heart and how I want to do things but for some reason my heart is just not aligned. & this makes complete sense, I can see now I been worshipping Him with my mouth but who I truly worship is shown in the day to day operations of my life. This hurted but I know it’s true and I needed this for my current journey, thank you
I am going through the same struggle, don't give up, keep praying, seeking Jesus, God answers prayer, He knows the heart of every person and yes I myself am going through the same struggle ❤
I’m going through the same thing 😅
Just consider yourself LOVED by God!
Hopefully, loved better than a number, of African slaves, plus Spanish Jews... possibly and functionally, were, also...@@allaboutmycats454
Please stop, oh my gosh it saddens me so much that people are so stressed and sad about their relationship with a god that doesn't exist... please, use your brains, escape the brainwashed mindset that has been given to you and use your intelligence to escape the stupidity... it's so sad watching people suffer so much trying to please their god when thinking open-mindedly for more than a minute would instantly cause them to realize how obviously fake it all is.
How is it possible that EVERYTIME you say "... and always remember, Jesus Loves You" I get teary eyes. Man, may God bless your ministry. I thank the Lord for the working He's doing through you, your voice is soo filled with the Holy Spirit like it's crazy. Your voice when you say that phrase is so filled with love that it's as clear as spring water that that love is heavenly and not earthly. God Is Great
i was tearing up watching this, Jesus loves you so much
@@everaloftis7919 Jesus loves you too. I've also read your message in this comment section talking about your journey in Christ and I wanted to tell you that you are not alone. As humans it's impossible to be perfect and as long as you're willing to try to better yourself and most importantly willing to let the Lord renew you I think you are on the right path. Just never give up no matter the obstacles, both those physical and those in your mind because Jesus never gave up on you and He never will. God bless you Evera
@@dariocipriani2890I also have the same thing with Matthew 28:20. Every time I read this specific verse alone, I litterally start crying like wha-
Reminds me of that Michael W. Smith song “Heart of Worship”
🎶I’ll give you more than a song,
for a song in itself, is not what
you have required.
You look much deeper within
in the way things appear,
your looking into my heart🎶
I love this song sm :)
Yes, my Smith did a cover of that song. The original is by a British guy, maybe Matt Redman?
@@josephwright5921 It's 'When the music fades', and it is indeed a Matt Redman song
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I am a worship leader this saturday and this video popped out of nowhere. Very thankful that this came across and I felt it as a message from God to see my heart first before I lead people to worship. This video revealed to me truths of what I am doing wrong up to now and i am blessed that it is revealed to me through your video
hey! I’m 14 years old, and I have been struggling with worship. I’ve always loved to sing and make it all about sounding good, but sometimes I find myself forgetting it’s about God and not me. this channel really helped/helps me and gives me peace knowing Jesus is here for me. I’ve also been struggling (I got baptized this year) with giving myself all the way to God. I kinda set this boundary so I wouldn’t look weird, or I would still be like others and be God’s daughter, and I always felt like I was being attacked caring about what everyone thought about me always. and after watching this, I’m choosing to finally let go of caring about that invisible boundary to let what I learn about God go to the heart. I’m letting him love me and learning to love him. I hope
you can do the same, the devil wants you to have a lukewarm heart, fight him. 💗
edit: love your enemies! thank you so much to everyone who has helped me, I remember reading the first replies and I melted, they made me cry and I am so thankful for every one of you. but the fighting and trying to make a scene needs to stop. everyone who is trying to say God is this horrible God who hates everyone or something needs to stop right now. you guys are making more drama than the 15-year-old girls at my school. so with love, stop. (sorry for all the typos, I corrected them)
Well spoken im 15 and have called myself a followed but now I have been fighting to truly surrender all aspects of my life to Him
Remember one is not saved by his/her ACTIONS but by his/her FAITH!!! Congrats on getting baptized! I want to get baptized but I want to wait a little bit because I’ve only just started to be a Christian
@Nestellnd actions prove the faith. You have to act on what you promise, otherwise its not only empty, but you start using faith as an excuse not to act. Dont fall for that! You think your mother would be cool with you messing up the house and not doing your chores so long as you at least acknowledge she's in fact your mother? Lol no
I'm 15 and I'm the opposite. I'm always afraid that if I sing, I might not be doing it for God, and I don't really like to sing in public, so I've been finding other ways to worship.
It's interesting how there are a lot of young people here learning about God!
Even the Angels in Heaven bow down while worshipping God. Thank you for this video..
Even?
I think, they'd be the first ones to bow down.
Like, isn't that one of their main purposes?
Going through a lot, trying to find how to truly worship God and then this video pops up. God truly is always good and always listens PRAISE JESUS!
Just obey him in the little things....you will eventually get there.
Obedience in the little things that amount to the bigger things.
I agree with you but…
Your phone is always listening too. Just saying
So - would do that, in a 2 Kings 10, scenario...
Or, in a Joshua 7:24, one... to, be clear?@@johnjustice4420
@@chucksolutions4579 I hear you brother but i wasnt even mentioning it audibly, it has been a silent prayer for me. Either way I give every credit and glory to our Lord and Savior Jesus ♥️
@@lancesangangbayan9110 what can I say but amen
You guys changed my life and help me to grow closer to god every single day I don’t give this to you in hopes of thanks I don’t want any repayment I just want you to know my life is better from having you guys be a part of it and helping me in my walk with Jesus I tried to donate on your site so it was private but it’s not supported in my country this message is to let you know how much of an amazing job you guys are doing I’m yet to be part of a church but this is my community you guys are my people and remember Jesus loves you
Thank you so much for sharing this with us! We’re incredibly touched to know that our content has made a difference in your life and in your walk with Jesus. Knowing we’re part of your journey means the world to us. You’re a valued part of this community, and we’re so grateful to have you here. Remember, Jesus loves you deeply, and we’re honored to be on this path with you!
@ I’m still going! And I’ve joined a church and still keep up to date with your guys videos you continue to make a difference I love you guys 😃
If you do not desire to worship or you just get lost all the time in your mind. I recommend you worship everyday 5-10-15-20 minutes. For me is so hard to focus on worship I have get better at this, as I worship everyday, but still costs me to desire worship God, I love to read my bible and pray, but worship is so hard, I have get better with this tip, I just need to learn how to foucs even more, I hope this is encouraging ❤
As someone who grew up in the charismatic church, I sometimes felt bad that I wasn’t like the other people who were loud, sang songs and danced. I just stand there and do nothing. That’s just how I am. But it’s like some of them think that worship has to be loud.
Not everyone’s extroverted and outgoing, not everyone’s a dancing person, not everyone can raise their hands and sing songs. But I felt guilty because of it.
God knows your heart bro. As long as you keep follow God and do everything that God want you to do like this video told us. God will always love you bro ❤
This is exactly my issue with the charismatic church. They each have their own clique of extroverts that you either become a part of, or are treated like an outcast by. There is no middle ground with them.
Same here. And I *was* a performing songwriter with a regional concert ministry. I'm just a flaming introvert and not given to public display. I had to allow 30 minutes before concerts to deal with my stage fright. ;^) Once at a charismatic church everyone was worshiping like you describe and the Spirit compelled me to kneel and pray. There were people who tried to take me by the arms and raise me to my feet to sing, dance and clap like they were. I rebuked them and remained in prayer. It was shortly after that I quit going there because I had no witness to what they were doing - in fact I felt a bit of a check in my spirit about it. Remember the woman who washed Jesus feet with her tears and dried them with her hair? They were critical of her worship too - and Jesus rebuked them. Want a laugh? Look up a song called "Make A Way - Jack Helser (feat. Karen Helser)" - it pokes a little harmless fun at the charismatics.
Not only that. It gets to the point where I can see people worshipping the singer or the pastors.
You described exactly how I was feeling! When it came to any music honestly, when I get up and dance or shout it’s kind of rare. I hope you were able to no longer feel that guilt.
You connected scripture with scripture to show the truth. Also, you explained what Worship is, and is not, AND you shared it simply so that many can understand. Well done!
Wow! I was having a really bad attitude about an on going situation in my life that often leaves me feeling hopeless. Self pity and apathy start to creep in and my heart becomes hard and resentful. My attitude changed quickly with this reminder to surrender my mind and body to serving God in this situation. 😥 It's uplifting to be reminded that in surrendering, I am worshipping God. 🥲 And in worshipping God I am drawing closer to Him. Which will give me the strength to get through this situation. Thank you Father for putting this video in my view just as I needed it. ❤
I know is hard in the church to not be ahsamed of lifting up our hands or giving a shout of praise but We don't have to be ashamed because Jesus die for us and he wasn't ashamed of dying for Us
As a church musician, I like the traditional church arrangement with the choir loft in the back of the worship space. Music is important, but the focal point is the altar, not how cool the musicans look on stage.
When Joshua was leading the battle about Jericho, were the musicians in the back?
Going to church is to help you get closer to god, most people think that if you go to church you will fo to heaven but thats not the case
Roman’s 12:1 - Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God-this is your true and proper worship.
How do I offer my body as a living sacrifice? Please explain. I truly want to understand
@@angelahartzell92 To be a living sacrifice means to put God's will and Plan for our life in God's hands and surrender to him while we trust his Holy Spirit to guide us and do his will.
@@Jesussaves.7 ok! That makes more sense. I have always wondered what that meant. Thank you for clarifying
@@angelahartzell92
HOLY SPIRIT??
(Isaiah 44:2-3) Thus sayeth the Lord Fear not, O Jacob, my servant; and thou, Jesurun, whom I have CHOSEN for I will pour "MY SPIRIT" upon (thy seed) and my blessing upon (thine offspring)
(Ezekiel 36:22-27) Therefore say unto the house of ISRAEL Thus saith the Lord GOD for I will take YOU "from" among the HEATHEN and gather YOU out of all countries, and will bring you into your own land A "NEW HEART" also will (I) give you "and" a "NEW SPIRIT" will I put "within" YOU and I will (put) "MY SPIRIT" (within) "YOU"
(👆only ethnic Israel was promised and can receive the Holy Spirit - also sacrifice pertains to ethnic Israel only both old or new testament)
@@Ezekiel365 that’s a lie. Not only isreal can receive the Holy Spirit. Gentiles are aloud as well
I'm so glad I watched this, I saw the thumbnail and title and almost hardened my heart from what you were sharing. Praise be God for guiding me to watching this, I've needed to hear this for a while...much love again to you my brother, and God bless you.
Agreed. I saw the thumbnail and thought "HUH?" ...I'm glad I was led to give it a watch. Lord help us all to truly Worship you. Amen.
@@catrpilla6181 but in a way it's good because we knew he uses scripture to back up his claims and thus shouldn't let something like that deter us, the Bible makes many uncomfortable for a reason, and this kinda does the same.
@@catrpilla6181 I see the thumbnail as an issue because the people "singing and leading" the worship are elevated on a stage before others, so they're getting the attention rather than God. Which I 100% agree with, and I agree with you as well. What he said wasn't wrong in any way.
Well, I certainly agree:
Things, like Deuteronomy 21:11, and 2 Samuel 24... or Leviticus 25:46...
Do certainly, make me, uncomfortable.
And considerably more, oftentime...!@@damasrion9192
You can worship in everything you do by applying God's word to your live for example if you play soccer you can be kind to your team mates, and if you do that you do it for God's glory-worship
Remember: if it's not uncomfortable it's not a sacrifice.i needed that reminder today. Thank you! May YHWH bless you and keep you.
THAT is so "victim accepting abuse" talk it is painful to see someone actually spout it on the internet!
I disagree. I lived a long time with that mindset, until the Lord set me free. I always thought it had to be hard or it wasn't right. Yes, sometimes sacrifice is uncomfortable. It isn't ALWAYS uncomfortable.
Sacrifice is uncomfortable at first just like discipline because you need to be disciplined in order to sacrifice but overtime discipline becomes easier to do and you feel more willing to sacrifice
@@tiredofliars I just saw this comment after 6 months. It was very uncomfortable to read because it is so true. Thank you for seeing and calling out what you saw. I was born and raised in a religious cult and only left a year and a half ago. There is so much I am learning and deconstructing. There are things so deeply ingrained in me that I don't see it unless someone who can see calls it out. Thank you. I'll be praying and working on this. Thank you and may YHWH bless you 💕
(Eddited for poor spelling haha)
@@knz10639 My step father, his oldest son, and my older brother are all ministers. I was groomed to be a minister. But, I had reality to keep me grounded. I read the entire bible before I was 18. I have spoken to ministers, priests, rabi, brothers, monks, etc. I researched the history of the bible etc. I can point you to the parts of the bible that PROVES it is false, but it is better if you read it for yourself. Start in Genesis and read it straight through. No stopping, no jumping around, and certainly no asking someone else to explain it to you.
this video popped up right before me and the choir group I'm in were to sing in front of the church today. Though I didn't watch this video until service was over.
God's ways to reaching out are so cool!
I like to remind myself this when sinful thoughts come in: don't sing for people in front of God, but sing for God in front of people.
Amen!
I am a brother in Christ who worships in the sanctuary of the Catholic Church. This spoke so strongly to me and was a reminder of why the choir loft and instrument are in the back of the sanctuary and the tabernacle and crucifix are the central point of the worship space and during worship we do bow down not to the crucifix but to God that came down to Earth as man suffered, died and on the third day rose from the dead. Again, amen! and let us remember that today we are called to worship and pray for each other as I hope you pray for me.
I pray for you and with you. Thank you for sharing your observations on the purpose for the layout of the sanctuary, may I add there is a Godly reason as well for the altar and for making things sacred.
I agree with you. I have been to a number types of churches until I decided to become Catholic. We have a beautiful choir, with organ and the voices of the choir. It is situated in the choir loft-where it should be. The congregants sing along with the hymnal.
The non-dom churches we went to, while I initially learned a lot from the pastor, however much of music -while-modern and uplifting was not always biblical.
While music can be uplifting, I go to church for the Eucharist, the body, soul, and divinity of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Yes by design the choir loft with the organ is at the rear of the sanctuary so as not to visually distract from activities that are holy.
The problem with contemporary churches is they place a rock band on a stage exactly like a performance in an auditorium there is no difference whatsoever. There is no altar or communion rail, and often no pulpit or ambo, the message is delivered at floor level with the speaker marching to and fro like any other performer. The East Wall with an image of Christ is gone, in its place is a conference room style display screen. In general if there is something sacred in an older church is has been removed, if you ask why you will often get a derisive reply. I have seen several newly built modern churches that actually are gymnasiums with basketball hoops on either side.@@janicefalvey2561
God really is hearing my heart. I was just thinking about how I can truly worship him and that there has to be more than the songs we sing
The way my spirit reacted to this.
I needed to hear this, my heart is all over the place than where it needs to be. I felt my worship fall flat, and serve in vain. I still vow to serve.
Trying to recover from a lot of hurt but can’t quite get it
Great message. Very needed in this time when most of the church thinks worship is the two slower songs they sing after the three faster songs (praise) every Sunday. An entire generation has missed the true meaning and depth of blessing and life He invites us into through true worship.
Worship is not a genre of music. Or, an industry or movement. It's a heart posture of full surrender to our Lord who is worthy.
the part that really stuck with me was when you said “the one thing that Christians should be aware of is living a comfortable Christian life.” Which i something i am personally going through currently. For years I have never grasped the fact that the times where i sacrificed myself by doing good things and being uncomfortable/hurt in return was considered “true worship.” Thank you so much for answering the questions I have had for years 💗
This is so powerful! I am guilty of praising god and praying to him but not living out his word. I know now what worship really means. I always thought it was only saying that you love god and want him to be in your life but it is also living out his word.
JESUS loves you!❤
I just finished my daily devotion just a few minutes ago when I came accross this video. It helps me understand what the passages I read. Truly the Lord is looking into our hearts, we may go to church every sunday and bible study and yet our lives live differently, but the Lord won't let us live like that that's why He rebukes and corrects us because of His Love towards us.
Let us be reminded of this, 1 Peter 1:18-19
"Knowing that we are not redeemed with corruptible things.......but with the precious blood of CHRIST,as of a lamb without blemish and without spot"
Let us worshipped HIM in our daily lives❤❤
Being a Christian, I am SO blessed I can work in the field I am in. Believing in God and his son Jesus, I can lay down my physical and mental stresses and give those to Him as I heal and care for others as a nurse. Seeing the prayers of myself and someone’s family be answered for patients as they get better, I know Lord is working in that place; it is to Him I can worship and praise His work
Thats why we must be born again. We wont ever be sinless but we dont make a lifestyle of sinning. There's many people that say they believe in Jesus but dont live a lifestyle for him and allow the holy spirit to change them.
I never really thought about it this way, but it makes so much sense. Thanks, and glory to God.
Thank you so much for this video! I always felt like I wouldn’t be a good Christian because I could never do what social media considered worshiping God. I feared being lukewarm and not being seen by God as a true believer because I never stood up and held my hands up as I listened to gospel music. I honestly felt lukewarm and fake trying to make myself feel something I didn’t all because society in some Christian social media made me think worship could only be done through lifting your hands up and crying to a praise song. Thank you for clearing things up for me!
thank you! I'm a worship leader and I am so grateful to God for showing me this video!
This video really helped me. I'm currently going through a battle of breaking a screen addiction and decided to watch this video while I eat my leftover Japanese food. Your channel has helped me a lot with understanding God's word. Thank you for being a vessel of the Holy Spirit to help the church.
Since I’m still young it is very difficult for me but I know I can do it
Thanks for this blessing of a video that opened my eyes and heart more 🙂
Moral of Story: Worship is also about Not allowing peoples instincts to dictate our future based on the promises God has for our live that we should only be worshiping him and not all these others gods.
I see surrender and service in my mind as 1) Turning down the temple of me 2) Rebuilding a new temple that is designed and excited to serve God.
Thanks for the great video!
This is why my church always spends time in prayer and surrendering ourselves and the service to God before we start singing. And we don’t sing modern “Christian” songs, rather we sing hymns.
I love your videos .They encouraged me too change my ways and turn to a more productive lifestyle.There are many things we can choose to worship but only through one man can we reach salvation and achieve success:which is God .Carry on doing the good work because God is happy with you and needs you to bring light to this world.
Worship is obedience which is better than sacrifice. Worship is letting your hands loose.
Worship is crying to the lord:
"You're worthy of it all ,
You're worthy of it all,
For from you are ALL things,
And TO YOU are all things,
You deserve the GLORY "
And we have to really MEAN IT. This is worship. Worship demands something of you.
Amen. Hallelujah 🙌
Wrong. Scripture says faith without works means nothing, and works without faith means nothing. This channel is protestant mumbo jumbo. Like everything, Protestant and Anglican and Non-denominational, it is not valid only those who are Ordained are allowed to preach because preaching requires Authority God has not given all of humanity the authority because of all the contradiction that will occur as is happening now and for the past 500 years to preach therefore it is only those with Authority. That began with the Apostles and those from whom the Apostles Ordained and has continued to the present day. Everyone else, therefore, is a Counterfeit Christian, a contradiction to Christianity, a total fraud.
Have you ever do a video on how to write your testimony. What to put in it and when to use it. Plus how the Holy Spirt helps us use it.
thats a good idea! ive definitely used my testimony before when i witnessed to certain people in the past. id say a basic framework is telling people what your life was like before Jesus, how you met Jesus, and hows He changes your life currently. i copied your video idea! :)
We don't need people to educate us on how to witness. If we truly rely on and trust the Holy Spirit then He will be in control and tell you what to say.
Testimony may be visible or audible. Maybe an artist paints him and his family going for a walk, signifying the time he preached The Word of God to them or with them. Or write a song describing a roller coaster of emotions about how you felt during tough seasons in your walk with Christ. Maybe even something like caring for animals or for others because of what you've been through, witnessed, or experienced. That's what I presume how a reel testimony should be
I've watched this video before but I watched it again and I'm taking it to heart this time. I realized I've just been singing to God and not surrendering to God. My worship has felt empty and vain. I'm going to start applying this in my worship life cause it's really needed.
I am a worship band member, and I feel i needed to see this. Thank you for your your service and devotion to God! God bless
I'm really thankful to the Lord for He's using you, your videos to bring encouragement and inspiration for many people, especially for believers. God bless you.
I'm a new follower of Christ about a year ago and I have to unlearn what my parents taught me with some things like: we have to give our 10th (usually to the church) or we worship more when we sing to God and such. So I now know it's about humbleness, patience, submission, surrender and living out the Word with generosity. God has been changing me throughout the year and if I look back at old me, it's not such a good view and I'm grateful for God saving me from that.
I highly recommend Mere Christianity by Cs Lewis. Blew my mind. Especially as a New Christian
@@arletbode4847 Thank you, will take a look sometime
Thank you for this lesson we learned a good way to worship our Lord and Savior. Amen 🙏
'And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. '
-Colossians 3:17
This aligns perfectly with what is being said in this video. Especially at 6:50. I thank the God of heaven for the creators of these videos because they are helping me to truly feel the conviction of the holy spirit and have led me to saving faith. I have known for many years that God exists and even believed in him but only recently recognized that I was in the category with the demons who believed and trembled but I did not recognize that that belief was different from saving faith.
The more i learn the more grateful i feel ,GOD is surely good to us and knowing he loves us gets rid of all the anxiety i have had for years .thank you for the wonderful message IMPACT GOD bless you 🤗️
Surrendering and willingness to serve God, is no overnight accomplishment; as it entails giving up creature comforts to which humans have become very accustomed, and denying one's fleshly cravings. Such self-sacrifice takes time to which to adjust by re-wiring the brain pleasure center; it took me about six months before the withdrawal pains lessened tolerably from my addiction to sin. Now, I feel victorious. Thank You God! 🙏♥️
I'm so glad you posted again, i look forward to improving my relationship with christ! 💕
I'm extremely happy and my heart is filled with joy that this year, the majority I listened to are Christian worship songs that made me sing, dance, and cry many times because these lyrics are not just scripture-based but they are alive! Our God is alive and I thank Him every day for the music He gave us. I stopped listening to many artists who are against God. I'm fully awakened! Thank You, Jesus, my Lord and Savior. 🥰
Thank you for this. I've been attending a church where they spend at least 20 minutes singing song and worshipping and I feel like it's just a waste of time. I wouldn't sing to my husband how much I love him. I would show him every day by my actions.I wouldn't sing to my children about how much I love them. I would show them every day the last service was calling out people who were not raising their hands and hi, and in protest, i stayed sitting with my head bowed in prayer
Thank you so much for posting this. I've gone to church my entire life (I am 16), but I never could call myself a Christian until last year. Conviction is one thing, worship is another. Thank you for teaching that worship is a lifestyle, and that if it is true, it will involve sacrifice.
Seeing Isaiah staring down the congregation on the stage made my day
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
00:00 🎵 *Understanding Worship*
- Worship is more than singing songs.
- The importance of distinguishing between worship and praise.
- Exploring the concept of worship in the Bible.
01:24 🙏 *Worship as Surrender and Service*
- Worship involves complete surrender and willingness to serve.
- Examining Matthew 4:8-10 and Daniel 3:5-28 as examples of worship through surrender and service.
- Emphasizing the choice of surrender and service in true worship.
03:02 💔 *Beware of Empty Worship*
- Warning against empty worship as seen in Matthew 15:8-9.
- Highlighting the importance of a genuine heart connection to God in worship.
- The danger of appearing holy externally while lacking true devotion.
05:32 📖 *Worship in Spirit and Truth*
- Worship should be in spirit and truth, according to John 4:23-24.
- Connecting worship to God's Word and the importance of truth.
- How worship can manifest in various aspects of life beyond songs.
07:49 🙌 *Worship Belongs to God Alone*
- Emphasizing that worship belongs exclusively to God, as stated in Revelation 22:8-9.
- Acknowledging the hierarchy of authority and ultimate surrender to God.
- Reminding Christians to prioritize God's commands above all others.
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I think there will be people who are better in worship (in sing) than us because God has given them that talent they are 🌟worshipers🌟
I learnt something from my youth worship leader. Throughout my journey as a Christian, I always thought worship was when we praise God, whether it’s singing or talking to Him. But my youth leader said that songs were to remind us of what God had done for us and stirrup every emotion in our body
So no, it’s not just to worship Him but to remind ourselves of how good God is. Keyword:REMIND. So yes serve Him by doing things in His will. Serve Him by making what you do in life to be done while keeping Him in mind
God bless y’all :)
“Let us commend ourselves, each other and our whole lives unto Christ our God!” And the people respond while bowing “to Thee O Lord!”. This video spoke true things. This sentiment is found and expressed correctly in ancient Christian worship, found without blemish and deviation in the Orthodox Church. I was raised in evangelical rock band culture. A lot of hype and emotionalism. But I was deeply desirous to truly worship the Lord in Spirit and in Truth. Surrendering to the Holy Will of God is paramount and endlessly highlighted within the Orthodox Christian Faith. Ever are we at work to live a life of repentance. Ever are we recalibrating our lives to serve the Triune God. Ever are we training in righteousness. We all know that Jesus loves us. But the question is, do we love HIM?
Years ago I visited a Calvary Chapel for a few months and I couldn't stand how they scheduled time for "worship" (i.e. praise band) and then a separate time for "the service." During "worship" there would always be people out wondering around outside the sanctuary, talking, drinking their coffees, leisurely arriving at their own time and just hanging out. It was the first of many red flags that caused me to run far, far away from that place.
In a hospital not everyone has the same degree of sickness...some have the common cold some have cancer...a church is where sinners go to seek healing by learning more about the Savior...what a shame that you based you're entire opinion on the sickest people. Or perhaps the most healthy nothing wrong with wondering outside the sanctuary fellowshipping if you serve in the church and participate in one of the seevices...my church has 3. People are like icebergs ...what's visible is just the tip but what lies below the water line is so much more that you don't see.
Very basic, but so good! I also like the fact that worship is in fact a lifestyle that we put on.
This is so enlightening, I've never perceived the idea of worshiping through anything as a lifestyle, keep the great message ❤
I start the day singing along to worship music in the shower- I know I’m not doing it for show, but for God. I give the day to Him and pray that His will is done on this new day.
Wow, hits the nail on the head - and really explains what is meant that we shall worship God all the time. I mean, it clearly explains that worshiping God does not mean that we have to sing around all the time (and making other people around us to think, we'd be a complete moroon). In other words, worship is an basic inner attitude, not just an action.
Thank you so much for making this video. I recently did something that the Lord commanded me to but I was so confused about why he would ask me to do that and why and how it would help me grow closer to him. At the same time I was constantly questioning if I was worshipping correctly. Your video has answered all of my questions and made so many things clear. I feel like I know have a true and deep understanding of what God wants me to do and why the path to follow him is so difficult. Thank you again. Please keep making these videos. They help so many people. God bless you. :)
Telling Jesus you place your full complete faith in him is not difficult.
Mean it when you tell him.
Even working to the best of your ability’s is worship. Once I understood that being a good employee and doing my very best is honouring father god. As the sun reflects off the moon and lights the night, we are to reflect the love and light of our Heavenly Father in this dark world
Beautifully said ❤
Worship, true worship comes in many forms, you can worship in anyway in anyplace. Worship is an act of gratitude and thanksgiving, of praise, of singing, of communing in prayer, of speaking to the Lord with tongue. Every moment that we are awake is an opportunity to worship
Thank God I saw this video.
Thus, Story time!
So this morning, I had the idea of worshiping before praying. To be honest, I usually pray more to God than praising and worshiping God. Because I don't know much worship songs. The ones I know are either the ones I don't know the lyrics of or the ones when I sing it, sounds really empty, like there's a very weak connection, like it's not clear.
So when I sang only 2 worship songs before praying, I felt nothing, there wasn't any enlightenment. But I wasn't bothered, I simply moved on to pray. My day was going great till I saw this, and it's a big eye-opener.
I hope God can forgive me of my sins, and other people's sins too, because I did WORSHIP-very wrongly
So I Thank God, for you guys making this video.
I keep praying for God to give me faith, enough faith to trust him and his ways and I know that I'm getting there.
Baby steps, little by little.
God bless you all and of course, Jesus loves you all too!! 😊❤
I was told a few years back u dont know how to worship God if you cant do it without music i was so blessed being told that! We had home church for years and some people missed the singing praise songs and when i heard about praising and worshiping without music it was an awesome eye opener! True worship! PRAISE GOD! AMEN!
crazy timing... just embarking on this journey to learn how to worship and this pops up in my feeds
God is so good is He not.... thank you so much for breaking it down like this
WHAT A GREAT VIDEO!!!!!! this needed to be said. Great topic and great points. All Glory to God!
Worship is not just going through the motions - God sees our hearts + our true intentions. Are we living for Him or living for ourselves....
This is a great video, and we all definitely need it. Because some people in this world don’t know what real worship is and they’re doing false worshipping which is sad. Spread this video everywhere and spread the gospel in the name of Jesus. ❤
I think in Chinese, the word: worship has a clear meaning: 敬拜
where 敬 means respects, 拜 means bow down.
So, it kinds of bothered me why worship is related to singing songs when I learnt it from my English fellowship, now I understand. Thanks
turns out these 2 things do not have a very strong connection and the Chinese meaning has been correct all along
This is TRUE Worship to our Father in Heaven. Not just in song but with how we live for Him. Great video!
Very good! Worship is service to God in all that we do! Love this!
Thank you brother. May God bless you as you bless all of us ❤
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I plan to get baptised soon.
Good luck!
boy do I agree with you...! I took my son to my evangelical loud worship church, and he looked at me and said 'mom, this is a Christian disco'...
It is not just singing but surrendering me and my body and mind . Always remember that he died on that cross and did not regret it one bit . We should always worship him .Thank you Jesus
I've been watching this channel since morning ❤❤
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I just wanted to say thank you for making these videos. I am reading through the Bible for the first time in my life at 40 years old. These videos really help me to understand some of the things that are confusing to me. I thank God for all the blessings he gives to his children.
Praise is the fruit of the lips, what you say or sing. Worship is what you do, which shows the state of the heart. Anybody can say they love God, but those that do His will show it. Great video!
Thank you for sharing what true worship is and for pointing out how difficult it can be. It reminded me of the fact that God is always there for us and truly worthy of all praise. I've already known, that it's important to surrender to God but hadn't fully realized it before.
HE already did so much for us, HE gave everything for us, we should do the same for HIM. HE already knows what's best for us and will help us in our struggles, so we can just let us fall into His arms
I wanted to search videos that say what artists we shouldn't listen as a Christian cuz I only started being a christian some months ago. And somehow this video popped up to me and I decided to watch it. I watched it to the final and I felt different. I felt like I had to follow Christ with all of my heart and don't disobey Him. I Felt some sort of Happiness, Idk how to describe it and i wanted to cry! This proves that the Mighty power of Jesus is Real and He can Change us in misterious ways! May Jesus bless you!
Wow. Every time you post, it’s almost always something I’ve had questions about. Thank you for your diligent service!
I asked Jesus, "How much do you love me?"
"THIS much!" He answered.
Then He stretched out His arms, and died.
Amazing video! I didnt know about this, I really needed this.
I was praying and this video popped up and told me what I was doing wrong and what I should have been doing, thanks!
I’m a Christian Catholic trying to understand what worship means to my fellow Christian brothers & sisters and this video sums it up beautifully, thank you! Worship indeed requires our own self sacrifice united to Jesus’ so as to surrender to and serve Him alone.
Wow, the conviction, the truth and guidance in this vid🙌🏽