The Essential Elements in Christian Worship

Today we consider what are the essentials in Christian Worship.

1. Public prayer has an essential part to play in Christian worship in both the corporate prayer of the prayer meeting, and also within the formal worship service.

2. The public reading of God's Word has an essential part to play within Christian worship.

3. Corporate praise has an essential part to play in Christian worship. We teach and admonish each other as we sing psalms, hymns (songs of praise to God) and spiritual songs (works or compositions of spiritual people about spiritual things).

4. Giving has an essential part in Christian worship. Giving tithes and offerings, giving heartily, regularly and giving with an eye to extending the work of God both locally and worldwide.

5. Preaching and hearing God's Word has an essential part in Christian worship.