Friday, May 2- John 4:23

hey and Happy Friday!!

I'm sure this verse has some kind of theological explanation behind it, but I am choosing not to go that route this time.

One of the first things that jumped out at me was the term 'true worshiper.' Before I dive into that- let me ask you a question. Define in your own words what a true friend is...

here is my definition:
maybe someone who is real, honest, doesn't care what others may say about you, loves you no matter what, you can talk to them about anything-good listener. Or maybe someone you can have fun with doing nothing at all and you can be yourself. Maybe you have a true friend that moved and the distance hasn't hindered your friendship. A true friend is someone you are willing to do anything for to keep that relationship alive and strong.

A true worshiper has alot of those same qualities. A true worshiper of the Almighty God will worship no matter what circumstances arise. A true worshiper will worship no matter what people around them may think. A true worshiper doesn't actually have to DO anything to worship God- they could be worshiping God with their thoughts and prayers. A true worshiper doesn't have to feel close to God only while they're in church- but can feel close to God through worship at any given time of the day. A true worshiper realizes they do not need to compare themselves to the way others worhsip- they know they can worship God in their own personal way- they can be themselves in their worship...remember what Pastor Eran said on Wednesday night? No one else can worship the way YOU worship.

Do you truly worship God? Wouldn't you want to be known by your friends as a true friend? In the same way- wouldn't you want to be known by God as a true worshiper?

The last part of the verse says, "The Father is looking for those who will worship Him that way." God isn't looking for just anyone to worship- He is looking for you to worship in a true and real way, the way He deserves.
Worship is not to be taken lightly. It's not to be done just because its something you've done in church since you were a kid. True worship comes from a humble heart that is ready to give back to God through living a life in honor to Him.


"The Father is looking for for those who will worship Him that way." Will He find you among the true worshipers?


I love you guys and pray for you constantly,
Pam S.