Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name; worship the Lord in the splendour of his holiness.

Psalm 29:2 (NIV)

 

Worship is about wholeness.

When we do not give ourselves to worship, it is easy to become distracted by many overwhelming demands and needs. This allows stress to build up or even spiral out of control, leading to burnout and compassion fatigue. They, in turn, can produce anger, bitterness, and frustration. If we want to avoid these extremes, we must learn to be a worshipper in every situation.

Whether He was multiplying loaves and fish, raising Lazarus from the dead, or dying on the cross, Jesus is our perfect example for what it means to worship at any given moment. Through worship and prayer, Jesus stays in communion with the Father, and that enables Him to do what the Father wanted Him to do. Likewise, when God is your first love and priority, you can continue to be fruitful and effective during life’s challenging moments.

Worship heals us by reawakening our hearts to a renewed love for God.

True intimacy and fellowship with the Father allow us to grow and experience the fullness of life we have in Him. As a result, we come away stronger and more resilient. Instead of running away from painful circumstances, we allow God to transform them into precious opportunities for spontaneous worship and praise.

Worship does not take effort, but it does require a consistent desire to be with God. The Psalmist calls us to ascribe glory to the name of the Lord. It is to acknowledge that God can do all things for our good and His glory. Be aware of God’s presence as often as possible throughout the day, and worship Him in the revelation of His holiness, mercy, and majesty.