John 4:24
Significance of Mount Gerizim- https://www.gotquestions.org/mount-Gerizim.html
Definition of worship: To ascribe worth/qualities to something or someone.
From the Greek-
proskyneo: to throw a kiss toward, to bow beforeMatt.28:9
Latreia: sacred service
Rom. 12:1
To worship God is to serve God to the glory of His name, in both word and deed.
Col. 3:13
Worship-
Worship is a response to who God is and what He has done for us.
In Spirit-
To worship in Spirit is to worship with an attitude that reflects our dependence on God and thanksgiving for the salvation He has given us.
In Truth-
Worship must be done according to God’s will.
John 4:20-22
What does this all mean?
- Worship is service done to the glory of God.
- Worship is a response to who God is and what God has done.
- Worship must reflect the character of God and His will.
- Worship must edify the church.