The Heart of Worship

By Pastor Troy Husted

Saturday, January 27, 2024

Video courtesy: YouTube / Patrick Phiaphakdy

How I love to have a heart of worship towards the Lord. I have grown to genuinely enjoy worshipping with all my strength, bellowing from the depths of my heart. A song plays daily upon my heart for the love the Lord has given to me. It is this love of salvation, this connection to be welcome, to enter the courtyard of God, which cause my heart to worship. So, what is a heart of worship and why does our hearts want to worship?

It is a heart Issue!

"You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength." Mark 12:30

What or who we worship always comes from the heart. We worship what we absolutely love. We worship God, our wives and children, favorite sports teams, actors, music artists, and the list can go on. Worship is the form of idol we truly place upon our hearts to rule.Why worship God? He knows our hearts (Proverbs 21:2) and he weighs the heart. God also searches the heart and tests the mind, giving us over according to our ways. (Jeremiah 17:10)

If our heart does not place God more than anything else, then we have a problem with our hearts. We fail to sow our gratitude and love to the Lord, and distance ourselves to grow in a relationship with Him. It stops the flow of His blessings because we place our heart, mind, and soul on the things of this world and not on Heavenly things. In sense, we limit the power of God, because we truly do not love, but pursue others.

"If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal." 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

"Those who pay regard to vain idols forsake their hope of steadfast love." Jonah 2:8

We, as Christians, need to examine our hearts. We need to see where our love truly abides - God or earthly things. Repentance and confession must take place to seek forgiveness and accept Jesus with ALL our heart. Once we give our hearts to the Lord, the Holy Spirit will fill it with a heart of worship. A new song is born within the heart, and we start to sing. And we sing wholeheartedly.

Singing wholeheartedly to the Lord with all our strength is an essential part of our faith and relationship with God. Having a heart of worship towards the Lord is of utmost importance for believers. It is a way to express our love, gratitude, and devotion towards God and to deepen our relationship with Him.

What is a Heart of Worship?

"You will seek me and find me, when you seek me will all your heart." Jeremiah 29:13

Worship is not just about singing songs or attending church services, it is a lifestyle that involves surrendering ourselves to God and acknowledging His greatness. It allows us to shift our focus from ourselves and our problems to magnifying and glorifying God.

When we have a heart of worship, we can truly experience the presence of God and receive His blessings. It also helps us to align our thoughts and actions with God's will, leading us to live a life that is pleasing to Him.

Moreover, when we worship, we are reminded of who God is and all that He has done for us, which strengthens our faith and trust in Him. As we continually cultivate a heart of worship, it is transforming us into the image of Christ and become more like Him in all aspects of our lives.

It is also a way for us to express our love, gratitude, and devotion to Him. When we sing with all our heart and strength, we are giving our all to God, showing Him that He is the most important and worthy of our praise.

It is a form of worship that brings joy and fulfillment to both us and God. Through singing, we can connect with God on a deeper level, allowing His presence to fill us and guide us in our daily lives.

Furthermore, singing with all our strength is a powerful way to proclaim our faith and share His message with others. It is a reminder that we are not alone in our journey and that we are united as a community of believers. Singing also has the power to uplift our spirits, heal our hearts and soul, and bring us closer to God's love and grace.

Therefore, we must sing wholeheartedly to the Lord with all our strength as it strengthens our faith, deepens our relationship with Him, and spreads His love and message to the world.

Sing to the Lord!

"Oh, sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth! Sing to the Lord, bless his name; tell of his salvation from day to day. Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous works among the peoples! For great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised; he is to be feared above all gods. For all gods of the people are worthless idols, but the Lord made the heavens." Psalm 96:1-13

Singing is a powerful way to express our love, gratitude, and devotion to the Lord. It is a form of worship that connects us to God and allows us to communicate with Him on a deeper level.

When we sing wholeheartedly to the Lord with all our strength, we are offering our best and most sincere praise to Him. This act of singing not only pleases God but also fills our hearts with joy, peace, and a sense of fulfillment. It is a way to show our trust in Him and surrender ourselves completely to His will.

Singing with all our strength also helps us to focus on the lyrics, which often contain words of encouragement, comfort, and truth from the Bible. It is a way to meditate on His word and allow it to guide our thoughts and actions.

Furthermore, singing with all our strength can also inspire and uplift others who may be going through challenging times. Our wholehearted singing can be a source of hope and strength for those around us. Therefore, it is essential that we sing wholeheartedly to the Lord with all our strength because it deepens our relationship with Him, brings us joy and peace, helps us to meditate on His word, and can bless those around us.

Using Scripture to Worship

" Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God." Colossians 3:16

Using scriptures to sing worship to the Lord is a beautiful and meaningful way to express our love and reverence for God. The Bible is covered with many verses that guide us in our worship and can serve as inspiration for our songs.

One of the most well-known passages is Psalm 96:1, which says, "Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth." This verse reminds us that our worship should be fresh and new, as we continuously discover new depths of God's love and glory.

Another verse that can guide us in our worship is Colossians 3:16, which says, "Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts." This verse emphasizes the importance of singing with gratitude and allowing the message of Christ to permeate our worship.

Other verses like 1 Chronicles 16:23-25 and Ephesians 5:19 also encourage us to sing praises to God, using instruments and making melody in our hearts. Ultimately, using scriptures to sing worship allows us to align our hearts and minds with God's word, bringing us closer to Him in our praises.

Scriptures are powerful tools that can guide us in our worship to the Lord. They provide us with a deep understanding of God's character, His love, and His plans for us.

Incorporating Scriptures in Our Worship

Through scriptures, we can express our gratitude, awe, and praise to the Lord in a meaningful and authentic way. One way to use scriptures to sing worship to the Lord is by incorporating them into our songs and hymns.

Verses such as Psalm 95:1-2, which says "Come, let us sing for joy to the Lord; let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come before him with thanksgiving and extol him with music and song," remind us of the importance of praising God through music and lyrics.

By using these and other scriptures as a guide, we can truly honor and glorify the Lord through our worship in song.

Worshiping in the Spirit

"The hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him." John 4:23

Worshiping in the Spirit is a spiritual practice that involves connecting with God on a deeper level and expressing our love, gratitude, and adoration for Him. It is a form of communion with the divine, where we let go of our earthly worries and surrender to His presence. All of this can be accomplished through various forms of worship, such as praying, singing, reading scripture, and meditating. As stated in John 4:24,"God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth."

This verse reminds us that worship is not just about following rituals and traditions, but it is about having a genuine and sincere connection with God. It encourages us to let go of external distractions and focus on our inner spiritual connection with God. By worshiping in the Spirit, allowing ourselves to the guidance of the Holy Spirit and experience a deeper intimacy with God.

It is a beautiful way to strengthen our faith and deepen our relationship with the divine.

It also emphasizes the importance of truth in our worship, as we must approach God with honesty and authenticity. To worship in the Spirit, we must open our hearts to God's presence, seek His will, and surrender ourselves completely to Him. This type of worship enables us to have a deeper and more meaningful relationship with God, as we allow His Spirit to lead and guide us.

The Bible is full of verses that we can use to sing worship and offer prayers to the Lord. One such verse is Psalm 95:1-2 which says, "Come, let us sing for joy to the Lord; let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come before him with thanksgiving and extol him with music and song."

This verse encourages us to joyfully sing and praise the Lord with thanksgiving for all that he has done for us. Another powerful verse is Psalm 100:4 which says, "Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name." This verse reminds us that when we enter God's presence, we should do so with a heart full of thanksgiving and praise.

Additionally, as for a prayer of worship, Philippians 4:6 tells us, "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." This verse encourages us to bring our worshipful prayers to God with hearts full of gratitude and trust in His love and faithfulness.

Overall, the Bible offers a multitude of scriptures that we can use in our worship and prayers to glorify and honor the Lord.

So, as Christians, I urge you, brothers, and sisters, to call upon the Lord. Make your hearts right before God and put away the idols in your hearts. Place God as the rightly divine love of your hearts. Then give praise and let your hearts transform to the heart of worship, for God is love and through His love overcomes all.