1. 1 The Gospel Story in Worship Adoration Confession Assurance Thanksgiving Petition and Intercession Instruction Charge and Benediction

2. 2 The Gospel Story in Worship Adoration – God’s Character Recognition of the greatness and goodness of God Begins by honoring God for His true nature Creates a mindset Logical sense Gospel sense

3. 3 The Gospel Story in Worship Confession – our character Response to realizing the glory of God Bow down or humble Reflexive response to a divine encounter Kyrie – cry for mercy

4. 4 The Gospel Story in Worship Assurance – affirmation of grace Following a cry for mercy is the need for grace Recognition of sins removed and pardoned Recognition of God’s presence with us An understanding of grace

5. 5 The Gospel Story in Worship Thanksgiving – expression of devotion A heart that knows grace longs to thank God Mostly the reflection of believers requesting to give themselves in proper devotion to God

6. 6 The Gospel Story in Worship Petition and Intercession – desire for aide in living for God After thanking God for His grace we desire more grace in our lives and the lives of others Includes corporate petition for progress of devotion to God in our hearts and lives Intercession becomes the expression of an inward heart to outward care for others

7. 7 The Gospel Story in Worship Instruction – knowledge for pleasing God Readings from Scripture Expounding on God’s Word (teaching) Knowledge that leads to a deeper personal relationship

8. 8 The Gospel Story in Worship Charge and Benediction – living for God with His blessing Charge to live the truths they just heard (application) Reminds us of the goodness of God expressed in worship Needed grace to live out the charge to apply God’s word personally

9. 9 The Gospel Story in Worship Isaiah 6:1-13 Example of personal worship 6:1-4God’s character recognized 6:5Human character confessed 6:6,7God’s grace exhibited & assured 6:8Response of thankful devotion 6:9-12Instruction for obedience 6:13Promise of covenant blessing

10. 10 The Gospel Story in Worship Application #1 In what areas we discussed are you doing well and what areas are you not? #2 How can you improve the areas where you are falling short? #3 Are you fully engaged and consciously thinking about worship?