the christian and public worship (7) god’s word in the assembly
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The Christian and Public Worship (7)
God’s Word in the Assembly
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Our Best in Worship• As in every aspect of our lives as
Christians, God deserves our best efforts in our worship to Him
• Every act of worship must be done “in spirit and in truth” (John 4:24)
• Thus far we have addressed the Lord’s Supper, giving, singing and prayer
• Today we address our God’s word in our assembly
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God’s Word in our Assemblies• How can we know what to
do if we don’t have His word?
•Acts 2:42•Acts 20:7, Paul preached till
midnight. • 1 Corinthians 14:3-4,…• 1 Thessalonians 5:27
Colossians 4:16
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God’s Word in our Assemblies• The nature of God’s word• It IS the word of God!• Much of the “truth” of
preaching is that what we preach is TRUTH!
• Matthew 28:18 John 17:17 2 Timothy 3:16-17
• Psalm 19:7
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God’s Word in our Assemblies• Preach the word!
•Romans 10:14-17•2 Timothy 4:2• Preach the word
• In season and out of season
• Reprove, rebuke and exhort
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God’s Word in our Assemblies• Preach the whole counsel
of God•Acts 20:27•2 Timothy 2:15, rightly
dividing the word of truth
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God’s Word in our Assemblies• Bible reading• A fundamental part of the
worship of Israel. Cf. Luke 4:16-18
•1 Thess. 5:27•1 Peter 4:11, realization
God is speaking• 1 Timothy 4:13
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God’s Word in our Assemblies• Bible reading
• Consider introducing the context. Cf. Nehemiah 8:8
• Bible reading reminds that we are here to hear what God has to say. It is not about what I think or a commentary.
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God’s Word in our Assemblies• Bible classes
• Another way to learn God’s word coming together. We will discuss this in our next lesson!
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God’s Word in our Assemblies• Listening to God’s word• When the Bible is read or
taught, someone needs to hear. Cf. 1 Corinthians 14
•Romans 10:17, faith comes by hearing the word of God.
•Matthew 11:15, 13:9 – “He who has an ear, let him hear.”
• We need to listen well!
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God’s Word in Spirit• Various attitudes needed• Presented in love - Ephesians 4:15
• It is about God’s word, not how talented we are - 1 Corinthians 2:1-5
• Received in faith – 1 Thess. 2:13, Heb. 11:6
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God’s Word in Spirit• Various attitudes needed
• Received with meekness and humility - James 1:21,Acts 17:11
• Intend to apply it – James 1:22-23, Matthew 7:24…
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Handling God’s Word Well• Preachers and teachers• Make the message about His
word! 1 Peter 4:11• Know what you are talking about
– 2 Timothy 2:15• Document what you are saying
with scripture (Don’t assume others know where it is at or about the account)
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Handling God’s Word Well• Preachers and teachers• Keep it in proper context
2 Peter 3:16, 2 Timothy 2:15• Practice presenting your
message – be familiar with your message
• Speak loudly and clearly and with confidence!
• Live what you preach - Romans 2:21-24, 1 Timothy 4:16
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Handling God’s Word Well• Reading God’s Word• Much of what has been said
applies here as well • Read it ahead of time and
beware of the context• IF helpful, print our your text
(larger, etc.)• Read loudly and confidently• Use inflection (but not drama)
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Handling God’s Word Well• Listening to God’s Word• Show respect!
Cf. Nehemiah 8:5• Be ready to listen – Acts 10:33, Ezra 7:10 – prepare you heart to seek the law of the Lord, Acts 17:11
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Handling God’s Word Well• Listening to God’s Word• Pay attention. Listen well!
It requires mental effort to concentrate!
• Open your Bibles! Acts 17:11 • Take notes (or follow along)• Be careful of distractions,
especially at the end as we are preparing to sing invitation song.
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God’s word is powerful!
Are we giving God our very best as we
worship Him?