What happens when you join a group of Jesus followers, learn Scripture, pray to God, and build life-changing relationships? Worship.
Jesus' life was characterized by worship. What words come to mind when you think about worship? Maybe words like music, instruments, songs—which makes sense! Singing is certainly a way Jesus worshiped.
On the evening before Jesus' execution, He shared a meal with His friends. It was Passover, an important holiday for the Jewish people.
At the end of the meal, Jesus and the disciples sang together. In ancient Jewish culture, people often sang Psalms 113-118 to celebrate Passover. It's likely that Jesus sang these words of praise:
These words of praise express awe and celebrate God's qualities and character. He's the Creator and Ruler of the world. He doesn't need to care for us, but He does because He loves us. He pays special attention to people in need of physical or spiritual support.
Today, like the Passover celebration, worship services are used to create space for people to worship God together. Worship songs give Jesus followers the opportunity to remember who God is and what He's done, and give Him the praise He deserves.
Singing is one way we can worship God, but worship goes beyond something we do through music. We worship whenever we express our devotion to God. When we worship God, we're recognizing His awesome qualities and the amazing things He's done.
Seeing a sunset, witnessing the birth of a child, or experiencing an answer to prayer can also create moments of praise. Any moment that reminds us of God's qualities and character is an opportunity for worship.
This weekend, you'll have the opportunity to worship God through singing with other followers of Jesus at church. But don't wait until then to worship.
Take a few minutes to consider what you're thankful for. Maybe it's the beauty of God's creation, a relationship, or God's forgiveness through Jesus. Express your gratitude to God for who He is and what He's done.
Follow Along in the App
Read this exact day inside the free YouVersion Bible App, with your own highlights and reminders — via the official “You Said Yes” reading plan.