WORSHIP IN THE EARLY CHURCH!
John 4:23
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Study Series: The Church As It Was Meant to Be!
Every believer must recognize that God carries out His work in the world through local churches, and our understanding of the church must be grounded in His Word.
John 4:23
Life Application Point: Worship in the early church was not confined to a place, but centered on a people who, grounded in truth and led by the Spirit, gave God the glory He seeks.
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I. THE PRIORITY OF WORSHIP!
John 4:23; Acts 2:42; Acts 2:46
1. The command of Christ.
2. The centrality of God.
3. The consistency of Practice.
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II. THE PLACE OF WORSHIP!
Matthew 18:20; John 14:23; Acts 16:25
1. From Temples to Tables.
2. From Ritual to Reality.
3. From Earthly to Eternal.
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III. THE PATTERN OF WORSHIP!
Acts 2:42; Ephesians 5:19; Hebrews 13:15; Acts 5:41; Acts 2:44-47
1. Scriptural Worship.
2. Spiritual Worship.
3. Sacramental Worship.
4. Sacrificial Worship.
5. Social Worship.
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IV. THE POWER OF WORSHIP!
Psalm 22:3; Acts 2:47; Acts 2:43
1. Worship Brings God’s Presence.
2. Worship Breaks Chains.
3. Worship Builds the Church.
4. Worship Brings Courage.
5. Worship Brings Conviction.
V. THE PERMANENCE OF WORSHIP!
Revelation 4:10; Revelation 5:12; 1 Peter 2:9
1. Worship in Heaven Mirrors Worship on Earth.
2. Worship Is the Purpose of Salvation.
3. Worship Will Never Cease.
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Additional Notes:
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Illustration References:
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Note: All portions of this sermon by Pastor Shane are preached under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit of God. Stories and illustrations used and/or shared from other sources are cited above in the illustration references section. Note: All portions of this sermon by Pastor Shane are preached under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit of God. Stories and illustrations used and/or shared from other sources are cited above in the illustration references section.