There is a big difference between worship and performance, and worshipers and performers. Performance brings attention to people and their gifts and talents. Worship brings attention to God and His power and love! You will know you've encountered God's presence in a "worship" service when you are more overtaken by the power and love of God than the display of talent by people. Worshipers create an atmosphere where God's Spirit is experienced and hearts are ministered to. Performers create an atmosphere of entertainment and/or excitement, and while it may be enjoyable and emotionally thrilling, there is no spiritual or eternal purpose.
Before we step out to minister using our gifts and talents, lets make sure we've personally soaked in God's Spirit through personal worship, studying His Word, and through prayer. Then the result will be the natural overflow of God's Spirit flowing through us and not merely a display of talent or skill. We can only give what we have received.
Prayer: Dear Lord, help me to wait and worship in Your presence. Fill me up with Your love, Your power, and Your Spirit until Your fire consumes all that is not of You. May only Your glory be on display.
Not to us O Lord, but to You and Your name alone be glory. Amen (Psalm 115:1)
Before we step out to minister using our gifts and talents, lets make sure we've personally soaked in God's Spirit through personal worship, studying His Word, and through prayer. Then the result will be the natural overflow of God's Spirit flowing through us and not merely a display of talent or skill. We can only give what we have received.
Prayer: Dear Lord, help me to wait and worship in Your presence. Fill me up with Your love, Your power, and Your Spirit until Your fire consumes all that is not of You. May only Your glory be on display.
Not to us O Lord, but to You and Your name alone be glory. Amen (Psalm 115:1)
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