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Principles of Worship
Our Worship is
Divine
Worship is not merely a social
gathering, but a divine act which is initiated, empowered, and made
effectual by God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It is in public
worship that God Almighty meets with his people.
Our Worship is
God-centered
Rather than focusing on our needs,
feelings, and aspirations, we believe that the chief end of worship is
God’s glory. Therefore, all our acts of corporate worship are designed and
intended to give God glory and honor.
Our Worship is
Biblical
Since God appointed and presides
over the public worship of his saints, he also reserves the right to
regulate it. Therefore we only include in our worship those things which
God has commanded.
Our Worship is
Reverent
Since worship is primarily a
meeting between God and his people, we do not take it lightly. The God we
worship is holy, transcendent, and glorious. Therefore, we approach him
carefully and reverently.
Our Worship is
Joyful
We spent a great portion of our
time in worship singing praise to God because of the great redemption he
has provided for us in Christ and because of the joy we have in the Holy
Spirit.
Our Worship is
Covenental
From the beginning God has always
included the children of believers in his covenant promises. Therefore, we
worship as families and encourage parents to ensure that their children
are present and seated with them.
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