Reflection
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Purposes of Worship
To fulfill God’s commands: Worship is an act of obedience and submission to God’s will (John 4:23-24). To edify and encourage others: Worship should build up and strengthen the faith of fellow believers (1 Corinthians 14:26). To remember the Savior: Communion and other acts of worship often involve remembering Jesus Christ’s sacrifice and teachings (Luke… Continue reading
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Keys to Dedication
Deny Yourself Matthew 16:24 Crucify the Old Man Galatians 5:24 Be Born Again John 3:3-5 Depend Upon the Lord Pray Without Ceasing 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Walk in the Light 1 John 1:7 Cast Your Burdens Upon the Lord Psalm 55:22 Confess Your Sins Daily 1 John 1:9 Keep Yourself Unspotted James 1:27 Meditate Upon God’s… Continue reading
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The Lord’s Supper
Animal Sacrifices God’s Plan: Genesis 4:3-5; Leviticus 1:1-9 Without Spot: Numbers 19:2; 28:3, 9; 29:17, 26 Blood Shed: Leviticus 1:1-15 In Remembrance of Sin: Hebrews 8:12; 10:17 Blood Offered: Leviticus 1:5; 16:14-16 God Pleased: Genesis 4:4-5; Hebrews 11:4 Offered Each Year: 1 Samuel 1:21; 21:19; Hebrews 9:7, 25; 10:1-3 Cross of Christ God’s Plan: Matthew… Continue reading
