Recently a few people have asked about the type of worship we have on Friday nights at CITYWIDE WORSHIP. These conversations along with few experiences have made me think again about the term ‘worship ’ .  What do you think of when you hear the word ‘worship’.  Do you think, playing instruments, singing, dancing, or painting etc.? Sometimes I think of doing my work.
 
My Zondervan Pictorial Encyclopedia of the Bible has  many pages written about the word ‘worship’. Basically there were five Greek words listed, and they all meant something slightly different. In a nutshell, a few words meant, ‘bowing down’,’ or make a sacrifice’.   A few words  meant a form of ‘service’, which is why I sometimes think of work. I also consider worship a type of prayer, which is another form of communion with God.

Last year while attending the ProJect Light conference at H. Rock church in Pasadena, CA (which by the way rocks  and I recommend all those in media/entertainment to attend), I heard others share about their style of worship. Whether they painted, danced, acted, sang, or even designed clothes all said it was their worship unto the Lord. They loved creating as a form of worship.  I remember the old movie ‘Chariots of fire’ the main character felt ‘running fast’ was pleasing to God and his form of worship. I believe bringing our love to God in who He has made us to be is an act of worship. Whether it be in a sanctuary, home or in a classroom, let’s be reminded whatever we do we do unto Him and is and can be our worship.

And for this Friday night, let’s worship corporately in song, music, flags and for those who love to paint or dance be free to. So come join us at…at CITYWIDE WORSHIP.