1. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 1 God grows His church by growing people. Introduction God grows His church by growing the people and preacher in worship.

2. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 2 Devotional Course Overview Current Worship Trends Satan Desires Worship The Creator and Creation Cain and Abel Devotional Course Overview Current Worship Trends Satan Desires Worship The Creator and Creation Cain and Abel Overview of the Day The Patriarchal Age The Sanctuary Service Mount Carmel Worship in Spirit/Truth The Mark of Cain/Beast Looking Ahead The Patriarchal Age The Sanctuary Service Mount Carmel Worship in Spirit/Truth The Mark of Cain/Beast Looking Ahead

3. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 3 CHMN 711—Preaching and Worship Monday, April 19 8 to 11 Wednesday,April 21 9 to 12 Thursday, April 22 9 to 12 Sunday,April 25 6 to 2 Visit to Manila Wednesday,April 28 9 to 12 4 page critique due Thursday,April 29 9 to 12 Thursday, May 278 to 12 Final Presentations Friday, May 288 to 12 Final Presentations CHMN 711—Preaching and Worship Monday, April 19 8 to 11 Wednesday,April 21 9 to 12 Thursday, April 22 9 to 12 Sunday,April 25 6 to 2 Visit to Manila Wednesday,April 28 9 to 12 4 page critique due Thursday,April 29 9 to 12 Thursday, May 278 to 12 Final Presentations Friday, May 288 to 12 Final Presentations Course Overview

4. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 4 Reading Assignments—Due June 1 1. Holmes—200 pages and 3 page reading report. 2. Worship—200 pages and 3 page reading report. 3. Preaching—200 pages and 3 page reading report. 4. Narrative—200 pages and 3 page reading report. Critique—Due Wednesday, April 28 3 two page critiques on worship/preaching in Manila. Write a description and reaction of what you heard, saw and felt at each of the services. Reading Assignments—Due June 1 1. Holmes—200 pages and 3 page reading report. 2. Worship—200 pages and 3 page reading report. 3. Preaching—200 pages and 3 page reading report. 4. Narrative—200 pages and 3 page reading report. Critique—Due Wednesday, April 28 3 two page critiques on worship/preaching in Manila. Write a description and reaction of what you heard, saw and felt at each of the services. Course Overview

5. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 5 Final Presentations—May 27, 28 1. A thematic theme and title for one quarter. 2. A list of 13 sermon titles, texts and relationship to the theme of the quarter. 3. One order of service and how it relates to the theme and the culture. 4. Preach a fifteen minute sermon using the narrative style. Final Presentations—May 27, 28 1. A thematic theme and title for one quarter. 2. A list of 13 sermon titles, texts and relationship to the theme of the quarter. 3. One order of service and how it relates to the theme and the culture. 4. Preach a fifteen minute sermon using the narrative style. Course Overview

6. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 6 Grading 3 three page reading reports 300 points 3 two page critique of worship service 200 points Final Presentation 500 points Grading 3 three page reading reports 300 points 3 two page critique of worship service 200 points Final Presentation 500 points Course Overview

7. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 7 The Current State of Affairs: In the Protestant World The emergence of the charismatic churches. The work of the Holy Spirit. The explosion of music and praise. In the Seventh-day Adventist Church Focused on the “day” not “way” of worship North American “Celebration Center.” The Current State of Affairs: In the Protestant World The emergence of the charismatic churches. The work of the Holy Spirit. The explosion of music and praise. In the Seventh-day Adventist Church Focused on the “day” not “way” of worship North American “Celebration Center.” Current Worship Trends

8. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 8 The Root and Continuity of Worship Conflict There is no doubt that the present conflicts which surround worship are grounded in the first great conflict in Heaven which have continued and will grow until the very end of time. The Root and Continuity of Worship Conflict There is no doubt that the present conflicts which surround worship are grounded in the first great conflict in Heaven which have continued and will grow until the very end of time. Revelation 12:7 War in Heaven Genesis 4:1-16Cain and Abel Exodus 25:8Sanctuary in the Wilderness John 2:13-17Cleansing of the Temple Revelation 14:7Worship Him! Revelation 12:7 War in Heaven Genesis 4:1-16Cain and Abel Exodus 25:8Sanctuary in the Wilderness John 2:13-17Cleansing of the Temple Revelation 14:7Worship Him! Current Worship Trends

9. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 9 Satan’s Rebellion in Heaven and Earth “Instead of seeking to make God supreme in the affections and allegiance of His creatures, it was Lucifer's endeavor to win their service and homage to himself” (Great Controversy 494). “All this I will give you,” he said, “if you will bow down and worship me.” Jesus said to him, “Away from me, Satan! For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only’” (Mt. 4:9-10). Satan’s Rebellion in Heaven and Earth “Instead of seeking to make God supreme in the affections and allegiance of His creatures, it was Lucifer's endeavor to win their service and homage to himself” (Great Controversy 494). “All this I will give you,” he said, “if you will bow down and worship me.” Jesus said to him, “Away from me, Satan! For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only’” (Mt. 4:9-10). From Genesis to Revelation

10. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 10 Worship and Serve God the Creator Genesis 2:2 By the seventh day God had finished the work he had been doing; so on the seventh day he rested from all his work. Genesis 2:3 And God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it he rested from all the work of creating that he had done. Adam and Eve’s 1st day was spent with the Creator and not with the creation. Worship and Serve God the Creator Genesis 2:2 By the seventh day God had finished the work he had been doing; so on the seventh day he rested from all his work. Genesis 2:3 And God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it he rested from all the work of creating that he had done. Adam and Eve’s 1st day was spent with the Creator and not with the creation. The Creator and the Creation

11. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 11 “Hence it is a constant witness to His existence and a reminder of His greatness, His wisdom, and His love. Had the Sabbath always been sacredly observed, there could never have been an atheist or an idolater” (Patriarchs and Prophets 336). Creation Creator The Creator and the Creation

12. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 12 Cain and Abel Read over the story of Cain and Abel and discuss within your group the principles of worship and rebellion. Be prepared to give a short presentation on the Bible verses and the Spirit of Prophecy that focuses on the following exercise: Give five practical things you can do or say during the worship service which will move people from Cain-like worship to Abel-like worship. Cain and Abel Read over the story of Cain and Abel and discuss within your group the principles of worship and rebellion. Be prepared to give a short presentation on the Bible verses and the Spirit of Prophecy that focuses on the following exercise: Give five practical things you can do or say during the worship service which will move people from Cain-like worship to Abel-like worship. Cain and Abel

13. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 13 The Patriarchal Age Abraham and the Patriarchs Abraham, "the friend of God," set us a worthy example. His was a life of prayer. Wherever he pitched his tent, close beside it was set up his altar, calling all within his encampment to the morning and evening sacrifice. When his tent was removed, the altar remained (Patriarchs and Prophets 128). Abraham and the Patriarchs Abraham, "the friend of God," set us a worthy example. His was a life of prayer. Wherever he pitched his tent, close beside it was set up his altar, calling all within his encampment to the morning and evening sacrifice. When his tent was removed, the altar remained (Patriarchs and Prophets 128).

14. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 14 The Sanctuary Service The Worshipping Community of Israel “Let my people go, so that they may worship me” (Exodus 4:23; 7:16; 8:1,20; 9:1,13; 10:3). “Let them make Me a sanctuary that I will dwell among them” (Exodus 25:8). “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth” (John 1:14). The Worshipping Community of Israel “Let my people go, so that they may worship me” (Exodus 4:23; 7:16; 8:1,20; 9:1,13; 10:3). “Let them make Me a sanctuary that I will dwell among them” (Exodus 25:8). “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth” (John 1:14).

15. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 15 Mount Carmel The Battle of “Har” Megiddo “And Elijah came near to all the people and said, “How long will you hesitate between two opinions? If the LORD is God, follow Him; but if Baal, follow him” (1Kings 18:21). The continuing problem of rain. Worshipping old/new gods to improve life. Jezebel and state-supported religion. Matthew 7:24ff The day of final judgment. The Battle of “Har” Megiddo “And Elijah came near to all the people and said, “How long will you hesitate between two opinions? If the LORD is God, follow Him; but if Baal, follow him” (1Kings 18:21). The continuing problem of rain. Worshipping old/new gods to improve life. Jezebel and state-supported religion. Matthew 7:24ff The day of final judgment.

16. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 16 Worship in Spirit and Truth Worship in Spirit and Truth True Worship “Jesus said to her, “Woman, believe Me, an hour is coming when neither in this mountain, nor in Jerusalem, shall you worship the Father.... 23 “But an hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers shall worship the Father in spirit and truth; for such people the Father seeks to be His worshipers (John 4:20-23). According to Ellen White, what are the requirements and hallmarks of “true” worship? True Worship “Jesus said to her, “Woman, believe Me, an hour is coming when neither in this mountain, nor in Jerusalem, shall you worship the Father.... 23 “But an hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers shall worship the Father in spirit and truth; for such people the Father seeks to be His worshipers (John 4:20-23). According to Ellen White, what are the requirements and hallmarks of “true” worship?

17. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 17 The Mark of Cain and the Beast The Mark of Cain and the Beast “And he causes all, the small and the great, and the rich and the poor, and the free men and the slaves, to be given a mark on their right hand, or on their forehead (Revelation 13:16). “When Cain moved by the spirit of the wicked one, saw that he could not control Abel, he was so enraged that he setroyed his life.... But the cruelties heaped upon the follower of Jesus are instigated by Satan... because they cannot force him to submit to their control” (Patriarchs and Prophets, 77). “And he causes all, the small and the great, and the rich and the poor, and the free men and the slaves, to be given a mark on their right hand, or on their forehead (Revelation 13:16). “When Cain moved by the spirit of the wicked one, saw that he could not control Abel, he was so enraged that he setroyed his life.... But the cruelties heaped upon the follower of Jesus are instigated by Satan... because they cannot force him to submit to their control” (Patriarchs and Prophets, 77).

18. 1. Biblical Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship Seminar on Preaching and Worship 18 Looking Ahead Wednesday: The Theology and Practice of Worship Thursday: A Contextualized Adventist Worship Sunday: Visiting Churches in Manila Wednesday/Thursday: Preacher, Preaching and Telling the Story Wednesday: The Theology and Practice of Worship Thursday: A Contextualized Adventist Worship Sunday: Visiting Churches in Manila Wednesday/Thursday: Preacher, Preaching and Telling the Story