I have been thinking about the topic of "worship" a lot recently. Specifically what commonly passes for "worship" in my current Church, and most Churches I have ever attended. It seems that the only time given for "worship" is a few songs sung before (or after) a sermon. I understand that singing is not the end all, be all, of worship. However it seems to be the most common type, and in my opinion, (for what it is worth) has great potential to be a wonderful way to worship. With that in mind, very, few "worship" songs have anything to do with "worship." Most worship songs that i can think of, are not focused on God, as would be expected. They all seem very focused on the person. As in, what God can do 'for" me, or "with" me or even what God "has done". For example, in the Hymn "Amazing Grace" (which I love) the overriding theme of the song (Again, in my opinion) is what the person has gained through God's Grace. Whereas the song "God of Wonders" has the theme of being in awe of God's creation and power. I can understand that songs may be trying to "thank" God for His blessings, and that most definitely has its place, even so, it seems to be a completely different action; thanking and worshiping are not the same.
I apologize if that is all gibberish. I had a surprisingly hard time putting that into words. Thoughts? Comments?
Also, I was curious as to how you worship, in public and private? For example, wherever I am, I try to realize (as much as a human can) the power of God, the beauty and complexity of nature, the fact that I am loved, the fact that I can love. These thoughts are jaw dropping to me, In such a way that I can't describe. So, in essence I guess what I do is be "aware" of God. This has had an unexpected side effect. I have started to value life even more. The things that used to be insignificant to me, such as dinner with my family, or getting to see my sister, have become impossibly valuable. I have also started to see beauty in things I never did before, such as my relationships with my friends. I NEVER saw them as anything more then just my friends before, now I see that they are God's Children, God's creation, the subject of His love; Something beautiful. Which makes the fact that I can even call them my friends a blessing. THAT is what feels like worship to me.
Again, I'm sorry if this is nonsensical. I also apologize for my grammar... I've ONLY been speaking the language for the better part of 17 years
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