In today's post, we're diving deep into Luke 19, where Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem reveals three essential truths about worship—truths that challenge us to express our love for God with our affection, attention, and actions.
1. Worship with Affection: A Heartfelt Offering
As Jesus approached Jerusalem on a donkey, the crowd responded by laying down their cloaks—an act of honor and affection that symbolized royalty. This scene highlights the first essential truth about worship: God desires our affection. Just as we outwardly express love to those closest to us, God wants our love for Him to overflow in tangible ways. The Psalms provide 150 examples of how to worship God with affection, through clapping, raising hands, and shouting praises. Worship isn’t meant to be hidden inside but shown outwardly.
2. Worship with Attention: Undivided Focus on God
When the crowd gave Jesus their full attention, their focus led to joyful worship. In today’s fast-paced world, our attention is often fragmented, but offering our undivided attention to God is a powerful act of worship. This practice quiets the noise and aligns our hearts with God’s purpose. When we intentionally focus on God, we position ourselves to experience His presence more fully. After all, what we give our attention to shapes who we become.
3. Worship with Action: Putting Love into Motion
Finally, Jesus' entry into Jerusalem inspired action—praise erupted from the crowd. Worship that only stays inside and is not followed by action is incomplete. When we truly adore God, our actions will reflect it. Whether through serving others, expressing gratitude, or joining together in song, worship involves active participation. As Jesus reminded the Pharisees, even if people remained silent, the stones would cry out. Worship is embedded in creation, and we are designed to live it out through our daily actions.
Conclusion: Let Your Worship Be Loud
Let’s not hold back our praise but give God the worship He deserves—with our affection, attention, and actions. We invite you to join us in giving God your all.
