Rev 19:10 Then I fell down at his feet to worship him, but he said to me, “You must not do that! I am a fellow servant with you and your brothers who hold to the testimony of Jesus. Worship God.” For the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy

What Does God Want? WORSHIP!

Not All Worship is Acceptable Gen 4:3-5 In the course of time Cain brought to the LORD an offering of the fruit of the ground, and Abel also brought of the firstborn of his flock and of their fat portions. And the LORD had regard for Abel and his offering, but for Cain and his offering he had no regard. So Cain was very angry, and his face fell. Cain’s worship was rejected

Not All Worship is Acceptable 1Sa 13:11-13 Samuel said, “What have you done?” And Saul said, “When I saw that the people were scattering from me, and that you did not come within the days appointed, and that the Philistines had mustered at Michmash, I said, ‘Now the Philistines will come down against me at Gilgal, and I have not sought the favor of the LORD.’ So I forced myself, and offered the burnt offering.” And Samuel said to Saul, “You have done foolishly. You have not kept the command of the LORD your God, with which he commanded you1Sa 13:11-13 Saul’s worship was rejected

Not All Worship is Acceptable Num 3:4 But Nadab and Abihu died before the LORD when they offered unauthorized fire before the LORD in the wilderness of Sinai, and they had no children Nadab and Abihu’s worship was rejected

Not All Worship is Acceptable Mal 1:8-10Mal 1:8-10 When you offer blind animals in sacrifice, is that not evil? And when you offer those that are lame or sick, is that not evil? Present that to your governor; will he accept you or show you favor? says the LORD of hosts. And now entreat the favor of God, that he may be gracious to us. With such a gift from your hand, will he show favor to any of you? says the LORD of hosts. Oh that there were one among you who would shut the doors, that you might not kindle fire on my altar in vain! I have no pleasure in you, says the LORD of hosts, and I will not accept an offering from your hand.

Not All Worship is Acceptable Mal 1:13-14Mal 1:13-14 But you say, ‘What a weariness this is,’ and you snort at it, says the LORD of hosts. You bring what has been taken by violence or is lame or sick, and this you bring as your offering! Shall I accept that from your hand? says the LORD. Cursed be the cheat who has a male in his flock, and vows it, and yet sacrifices to the Lord what is blemished. For I am a great King, says the LORD of hosts, and my name will be feared among the nations. Israel’s worship was rejected

Not All Worship is Acceptable Mat 15:9 in vain do they worship me, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men.’” The Jews worship was rejected

How can we learn what is acceptable worship? 1.1 John 4:1, Don’t be tolerant 2.John 4:24, true worshippers worship in spirit and in truth 3.Follow the pattern, 2 Tim. 1:13 2Ti 1:13 Follow the pattern of the sound words that you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.

How can we learn what is acceptable worship? 1.1 John 4:1, Don’t be tolerant 2.John 4:24, true worshippers worship in spirit and in truth 3.Follow the pattern, 2 Tim. 1:13, Philippians 3:17 Phl 3:17 ¶Brothers, join in imitating me, and keep your eyes on those who walk according to the example you have in us.

What did they do? Act 2:41Act 2:41 So those who received his word were baptized, and there were added that day about three thousand souls. Act 2:42 ¶And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.Act 2:42 Act 2:43 And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles.Act 2:43

What did they do? Act 2:44Act 2:44 And all who believed were together and had all things in common. Act 2:45 And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need.Act 2:45 Act 2:46 And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts,Act 2:46

What did they do? 1.Devoted themselves to the apostles doctrine 2.Devoted themselves to breaking bread Acts 20:7, 1 Corinthians 11:23-25

What did they do? 1.Devoted themselves to the apostles doctrine 2.Devoted themselves to breaking bread 3.Devoted themselves to prayer 1 Timothy 2:1, for all men Philippians 4:16, anxious in nothing, requesting James 1:5-6, seeking wisdom in faith Matthew 7:7, believing God hears and answers

What did they do? 1.Devoted themselves to the apostles doctrine 2.Devoted themselves to breaking bread 3.Devoted themselves to prayer 4.Devoted themselves to fellowship Ephesians 5:19, speaking to others in song while making the melody in their heart 1 Corinthians 16:1-2, giving each first day as they had been prospered

Corporate worship in the early church included… 1.The apostles doctrine 2.Eating the Lord’s Supper 3.Prayer 4.Singing 5.Giving What did they do?

The second most important point to see? 1.“THEY” continued in the apostles doctrine 2.“THEY” ate the Lord’s Supper 3.“THEY” prayed 4.“THEY” sang 5.“THEY” gave

So, what is the pattern? 1.Demonstrate our reverence for God in 5 revealed corporate channels of worship 2.Demonstrate our love for God in being satisfied to stay with His pattern 3.Demonstrate our love for Christ by zealously participating with His people