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Coty Shingle - March 30, 2025

True Worship: Praising God in Spirit and in Truth

Worship is so much more than a Sunday morning activity—it's meant to be the heartbeat of our entire existence. This eye-opening message challenges us to reconsider what it truly means to worship God "in spirit and in truth" as Jesus taught the Samaritan woman at the well. When's the last time you asked yourself: If God is worthy of constant praise, why am I not offering it continuously? We often limit worship to specific times and places, forgetting that every moment presents an opportunity to acknowledge God's presence and goodness in our lives. As one worship leader shares from personal experience, living with a perpetual song of praise isn't forced—it's the natural overflow of a heart connected to God. The conversation between Jesus and the Samaritan woman in John 4 provides a powerful blueprint for authentic worship. In one remarkable interaction, Jesus breaks cultural barriers, reveals himself as living water, demonstrates perfect knowledge of her life, and teaches a timeless lesson about connecting with God. Each element gives us another compelling reason to praise Him. This message also addresses an often overlooked aspect of worship—careful discernment about content. Modern Christian music, while beautiful and moving, sometimes contains theological inaccuracies that can shape our understanding of God in problematic ways. True worship must be grounded in biblical truth that accurately portrays God's character and nature. Most importantly, when we cultivate lives of continuous praise, we become living testimonies that naturally attract others to Christ. People notice those who radiate joy despite life's challenges, creating organic opportunities to share our faith. As the Psalmist wrote, "Your love, O Lord, is a song and I will sing it"—let your entire life become that song of praise. Have you considered how your daily life might look different if worship became your constant reality rather than an occasional activity? Join us in exploring how to give God glory in all circumstances and situations.

Scripture References: John 4:1-26

From Series: "Worship: Living In Awe of God"

Big Idea of the Series: This four-week series will focus on the heart of worship for all believers. It will address the need to love God and others while living out that worship in daily lives. The way we live out our lives paints a picture of what our hearts value the most. God expects us to worship him with our entire being, and what we do with our lives say to others what we think about worship.

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