Hymns. We sing them. We like them. We sometimes struggle. So, why? How? What are these hymns in our worship, and what do they mean to us?
The Bible doesn't speak for itself. As long ago as in Exodus, we see the interpretation of God's word. And then in Hebrews, we see an interpretation of the sermon…
Why do we read scripture in worship? Sometimes, it's about the absurdity of thinking we have control over the world, and to be reminded that the hope that may seem…
Confessing, whether about sins or faith, is about admitting and acknowledging things we think to be true; truths about God and truths about ourselves. Maybe if we listen to others…
Did you know there was a Biblical mandate to get together in the presence of God and throw big parties once a year? Go read Deuteronomy 14!
Where does the Lord's prayer locate us in our relationship to God? What is the purpose of prayer? We pray for God to intercede in the world, but often, God…
What prepares you for worship? What can build a sense of anticipation? Why do we open with this thing called a Call to Worship? And what does all that have…
Worship 101 continues with a study of communion. Where does it fit in worship? Why was it central, and then not, and should it be again? What are we doing…
In today's Worship 101 sermon, we ask what it means to pass the peace, and to close worship with a Good Word (Benediction). Image, Hug by Jiunn Kang Too via…
In the first of our Worship 101 series on Holy Trinity Sunday, we tackle a big fancy word: Invocation. Why do we call upon the names of God in our…
