Guard the Good Deposit

44 • Guard the Good Deposit: The Great Tradition for the Whole Church

In the Bible he revealed himself with such amazing variety, in stories, poems, songs, prophecies, parables, letters, apocalyptic visions, and mighty works. We need worship that reflects all this life and variety. Sometimes that will mean loud, sweaty, active services. Sometimes, it may mean sermons that challenge our minds deeply. Other times we may meet the Lord in quiet stillness. The worship service of the church offers us an opportunity to encounter God in all his lively variety. Resolve to worship for the glory of God alone. I should never be the focus of my worship. Every act, every song, every word should be directed to the Lord (Ps. 115.1). We are invited to come and serve God with the church. Our feelings and our problems can never be the primary focus in worship. Worship is not a performance by leaders, and the church is not an audience at a show. Worship is the work of the people. All of us need to participate and give our worship for the glory of God alone. Commit yourself to worship and serve in the local church. We need a church. The local church is central to our ongoing spiritual life. We need a place where we can find friends to encourage us and stand by us. We need to be in a local body of

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