Worship and what it takes?

This is solely something that has been pressing on my heart for very long. haha.

You see, we are born with a desire to worship whether we know it or not. Some use this desire to worship idols like celebrities, PSP, etc... We go about to find something worth worship.. and believe me.. the only true satisfaction is found in worshipping Him- Jesus!

Worship. This word wasn't that significant to me till the day the chains of shyness were broken. I was very afraid to lift my hands in worship... although there is a strong desire in me to reach my hands to heaven to praise Him - I DARE not..

I believe each one of us have different experiences with God... from the day i was set free.. i began to experience Him... the wonderful works He can do.. in worship.. by just simply soaking in His awesome presence.. :)

i would like to thank God for the talents He has given me.. in turn, i'm glad that i offer it back to Him by availing myself so that He could use me for His glory and the furtherance of His Kingdom! i would NEVER want to steal His glory!

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Worship Leading... never had it occured to me that one day i would be leading the congregation into worship! But it just struck me like a dream! and it is never easy...

It started kind of shaky... unsure.. but lots of encouragement.. and i think from there... i gained confidence in Him! Clinging on His word each day.. "Do not let anyone to look down on you because you are young, but set an example to the believers in speech, in life , in love, in faith and in purity" "I will be with you" "The one in you is greater than He that is in the world!" "It is not about you, it is about Jesus!"

It is better for God to break us again and again.. to teach us the importance of humility.. to hear his voice.. to learn what He wants us to learn.. all in all to be teachable!

sometimes.. the going to lead and guide the team could be a little hard.. But remember, God will lead you.. guide you.. you are not alone!

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Worship as a team... sometimes.. i really wonder.. is it hard to worship God with instruments with you.. like the piano.. guitar and drums... it's like "what's the chord next?.. will i play it right? it's my cue next!!" so many things zapping across their minds...what more? in the mean time,they also have to try to worship God! that's why.. it's good to also focus prayers on the musicians.. so that they may be empowered to play worshipfully during worship!

In a team, it is also important for the worship leaders to be open to listen to ideas from the team and vice versa. Not trying to play above other musicians.. but to play in unison..
UNITY is very Important

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Worship when the going is good.. what do i mean? When everything is good.. sometimes.. we tend to become numb.. the passion to worship juz quenched all of the sudden..

this is what i call the red alarm alert! we should knock ourselves up!! Ask God to reignite the fire in you.. consuming fire!! to burn for Jesus! (not burn yourself la... meaning to have that desire of loving Jesus and to share His love with others!)

Worship when the going is bad.. sometimes.. in times like this.. it helps us to reflect and realize how far have we gone away from God.. or.. how much you need Him.. even if you already have Him in your life.. how much MORE! YOU NEED Him!! ...

in good times and bad times.. sometimes it can be tough.. but want to know something amazing? Either at your good times/ bad times... when you try to fight the numbness in you by asking God to come and ignite the passion in YOU.. wonderful things happen! by the end of worship you will feel entirely different.. maybe burdens lifted? a new way of thinking? and etc..

i pray that what i've written inspires you... Let's give our Best worship unto Him each day!

You know, in me I have a strong desire in worship particularly- singing.. still waiting upon Him.. as He continues to surprise me as He unfolds His wondrous plan for me.. :) Ahhhh......... I love Him! I love Him so!!

God bless you!
-joyce-

i think i fell in love with chocolates again~
Praise you Lord for the wondrous work you have done on the cross~
love you!~