Transformative Power of Praise and Intentional Worship

Devotional

Day 1: Expectation and Impartation

Our desires and faith can lead to a powerful outpouring of the Holy Spirit. When we expect God to move, we position ourselves to receive His blessings and power. This expectation should be a daily practice, aligning our thoughts with God's promises. By maintaining a heart of worship and expecting God's intervention, we open ourselves to the transformative work of the Holy Spirit in our lives. This daily practice of expectation and faith can lead to miraculous changes and a deeper connection with God. [14:13]

Isaiah 30:18 (ESV): "Therefore the Lord waits to be gracious to you, and therefore he exalts himself to show mercy to you. For the Lord is a God of justice; blessed are all those who wait for him."

Reflection: What specific area of your life are you expecting God to move in today? How can you align your thoughts and actions with this expectation?

Day 2: The Power of Thoughts

As a person thinks, so is he. Our thoughts shape our reality, and by thinking of ourselves as blessed and anointed, we align ourselves with God's promises. This mindset is crucial for experiencing the fullness of God's blessings. By focusing on positive, faith-filled thoughts, we can transform our lives and align ourselves with God's will. This practice of renewing our minds daily helps us to see ourselves as God sees us, leading to a more fulfilling and blessed life. [15:10]

Proverbs 23:7 (ESV): "For as he thinks in his heart, so is he. 'Eat and drink!' he says to you, but his heart is not with you."

Reflection: What negative thoughts do you need to replace with God's promises today? How can you remind yourself of your identity in Christ throughout the day?

Day 3: Intentional Worship

Being intentional in our praise and worship means setting aside time and space to focus solely on God. This intentionality helps us avoid distractions and deepens our connection with God, leading to a more profound spiritual experience. By dedicating specific times for worship and creating an environment conducive to focusing on God, we can experience His presence more fully. This practice of intentional worship can lead to greater spiritual growth and a deeper relationship with God. [49:48]

Psalm 27:4 (ESV): "One thing have I asked of the Lord, that will I seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to inquire in his temple."

Reflection: How can you create a dedicated time and space for worship in your daily routine? What steps can you take to minimize distractions during this time?

Day 4: Proclaiming God's Greatness

Boldly proclaiming God's greatness, even in difficult circumstances, can lead to miraculous deliverance. Just as Paul and Silas praised God in prison, we too can experience God's power and provision through our worship. By declaring God's goodness and faithfulness, we invite His presence and power into our situations. This act of proclamation not only strengthens our faith but also serves as a testimony to others of God's greatness. [54:10]

Acts 16:25-26 (ESV): "About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them, and suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken. And immediately all the doors were opened, and everyone's bonds were unfastened."

Reflection: In what challenging situation can you boldly proclaim God's greatness today? How can your testimony of God's faithfulness encourage others?

Day 5: Faith Completes Worship

Faith is the "dip" that completes our "chips" of praise and worship. Without faith, it is impossible to please God. Our worship must be rooted in faith, deepening our connection with God and igniting a passion for His presence. By approaching worship with a heart full of faith, we can experience a more profound and transformative encounter with God. This faith-filled worship not only pleases God but also strengthens our relationship with Him and empowers us to live out our faith daily. [01:04:20]

Hebrews 11:6 (ESV): "And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him."

Reflection: How can you incorporate more faith into your worship today? What steps can you take to deepen your trust in God's promises during your worship time?

Sermon Summary

### Summary

Today's message focused on the transformative power of praise and worship in our daily lives. We explored the concept of expectation and impartation, emphasizing that our desires and faith can lead to a powerful outpouring of the Holy Spirit. The sermon highlighted the importance of maintaining a heart of worship through all seasons of life, just as my mother has exemplified. We delved into the idea that our thoughts shape our reality, and by thinking of ourselves as blessed and anointed, we align ourselves with God's promises.

We also discussed the metaphor of "chips and dip" to illustrate the elements of praise and worship. The "chips" represent communion with God, humility, intentionality, proclamation, and strength. The "dip" symbolizes faith, which completes and deepens our connection with God. Through intentional praise and worship, we honor God, receive healing, and experience a sound mind and strength.

The message also touched on the importance of being intentional in our worship, setting aside time and space to focus solely on God. We were encouraged to proclaim God's greatness boldly, just as Paul and Silas did in prison, leading to miraculous deliverance. The sermon concluded with a call to deepen our connection with God through faith, igniting a passion for worship and experiencing His miraculous power in our lives.

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Key Takeaways

1. Expectation and Impartation: Our desires and faith can lead to a powerful outpouring of the Holy Spirit. When we expect God to move, we position ourselves to receive His blessings and power. This expectation should be a daily practice, aligning our thoughts with God's promises. [14:13]
2. The Power of Thoughts: As a person thinks, so is he. Our thoughts shape our reality, and by thinking of ourselves as blessed and anointed, we align ourselves with God's promises. This mindset is crucial for experiencing the fullness of God's blessings. [15:10]
3. Intentional Worship: Being intentional in our praise and worship means setting aside time and space to focus solely on God. This intentionality helps us avoid distractions and deepens our connection with God, leading to a more profound spiritual experience. [49:48]
4. Proclaiming God's Greatness: Boldly proclaiming God's greatness, even in difficult circumstances, can lead to miraculous deliverance. Just as Paul and Silas praised God in prison, we too can experience God's power and provision through our worship. [54:10]
5. Faith Completes Worship: Faith is the "dip" that completes our "chips" of praise and worship. Without faith, it is impossible to please God. Our worship must be rooted in faith, deepening our connection with God and igniting a passion for His presence. [01:04:20]
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Youtube Chapters

[00:00] - Welcome
[14:13] - Expectation and Impartation
[15:10] - The Power of Thoughts
[16:55] - Daily Rejoicing and Faith
[17:39] - Prayer and Divine Intimacy
[33:13] - The Lord's Prayer
[34:02] - Journey of Praise and Worship
[34:41] - The Pringles Metaphor
[36:30] - Salt of the Earth
[37:08] - Communion with God
[37:59] - Proclaiming God's Goodness
[38:43] - Faith and Worship
[39:21] - Deepening Connection with God
[40:02] - Love and Commitment
[41:50] - Aligning Hearts and Thoughts
[42:33] - King David's Example
[43:35] - Honoring God Humbly
[44:30] - Benefits of Loving God
[45:27] - Forgiving Others
[46:11] - Healing Through Worship
[46:56] - Faith in Action
[48:59] - Healing for the Hurting
[49:48] - Intentional Worship
[50:34] - Joy in Worship
[51:20] - Daniel's Intentional Worship
[52:01] - Proclaiming God's Greatness
[54:10] - Strength and Sound Mind
[56:10] - Peace Beyond Understanding
[57:52] - Building Faith and Vision
[59:43] - Church History and Vision
[61:08] - Kingdom Work and Vision
[62:57] - King Jehoshaphat's Faith
[64:20] - Faith Completes Worship
[65:49] - Deepening Connection with God
[67:15] - Passion for Worship
[68:32] - Remembering Elders
[70:00] - Powerful Encounters
[71:49] - Faith as Small as a Mustard Seed
[72:46] - Healing and Proclamation
[73:48] - Miraculous Signs
[74:35] - Closing Prayer
[75:29] - Tithes and Offerings
[76:01] - Kids Church Vision
[77:01] - Serving Opportunities
[78:02] - Kids Ministry Preparation
[79:22] - Vision for the Future
[80:53] - Mission Trip Announcement
[82:03] - Blessing the Offerings
[82:57] - Wednesday Night Activities
[83:41] - Serving in Various Ministries
[84:30] - Closing Blessing

Bible Study Guide

Observation Questions

What are the benefits mentioned in Psalm 103:1-3 that we should not forget?
According to Philippians 4:6-7, what should we do instead of being anxious?
In Hebrews 11:6, what two things must we believe to please God?
How did the sermon describe the metaphor of "chips and dip" in relation to praise and worship? [34:02]

Interpretation Questions

How does the act of remembering God's benefits, as mentioned in Psalm 103:1-3, influence our daily worship and praise?
What does it mean to present our requests to God with thanksgiving, as stated in Philippians 4:6-7, and how does this practice affect our peace of mind?
Why is faith essential in our worship according to Hebrews 11:6, and how does it deepen our connection with God? [01:04:20]
The sermon emphasized being intentional in our worship. What are some practical ways to set aside time and space for intentional worship? [49:48]

Application Questions

Reflect on your daily expectations. How can you align your thoughts and expectations with God's promises to experience a powerful outpouring of the Holy Spirit? [14:13]
Think about a time when your thoughts shaped your reality. How can you consciously think of yourself as blessed and anointed to align with God's promises? [15:10]
What are some specific steps you can take to be more intentional in your worship this week? Consider setting aside a specific time and place for this purpose. [49:48]
How can you boldly proclaim God's greatness in your current circumstances, just as Paul and Silas did in prison? [54:10]
Faith completes our worship. Identify an area in your life where you need to exercise more faith. How can you incorporate this faith into your worship practices? [01:04:20]
The sermon mentioned the importance of having a sound mind and strength through worship. What are some ways you can cultivate a sound mind and strength in your daily life through worship? [57:52]
How can you deepen your connection with God through faith this week? Consider specific actions or practices that can help you earnestly seek Him. [01:05:49]

Sermon Clips

### Quotes for Outreach

1. "As a person thinketh, so is he. As a person thinks that you're anointed, you're anointed. If you think that you are blessed, you're blessed. If you think that you're full and overflowing, you're full and overflowing. It's what you think upon, so are you. And so it's those types of things that we have to do. Amen? Praise the Lord. Praise God." [15:10] (90 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

2. "Once you pop, you can't stop. And it's one of those things that when we pop, as in start praising the Lord, you don't stop. Once you start, you don't stop. It doesn't matter what's going on in the life. It doesn't matter what's going on around you. Once you start praising God, never stop praising God. And there's things that happen in your life when you are praising God." [34:41] (28 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

3. "When you are the salt of the earth, what good is a salt if it loses its flavor? And tread upon. Or thrown onto the sidewalk and trampled on by men. Don't lose your purpose. Don't lose your influence, the Amplify says. Keep your influence. Keep your purpose. And the good thing is, is when you go to Mark, it even says this. If you do lose your flavor, you can get it back." [36:30] (26 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

4. "When we praise God and worship God, what we're doing is what we are aligning our hearts and our thoughts to his. See, even that text right there to my wife. What were we doing right there? We were aligning our hearts and our thoughts together at that moment, at that time. I'm not sure what she was. Actually, I do know what she was doing. She was playing with our great nephew. That's what she was doing. But at that moment, she received that message. Our hearts and our thoughts were what? Aligned." [42:33] (33 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

5. "When you praise God, mom and dad y'all were married for 46 before he before dad went to heaven married 46 years 46 years my mom never put gas in her car once 46 years my father put gas and his wife's crying so and dad passed I remember mom goes I someone had to put gas in my own car she's crying so of course me being son I'm like no mom I'll do what dad and but my mom goes no no I'm a big girl I got the strength I can do this remember that conversation me I want I want to fix it I want to and founder says I got the strength I can do this remember that conversation I want I want to fix it I want to do it I want to do whatever I can do to help mom at the same time mom goes no I got strength I can do this I know how to do it I can watch my car I can document I've never done it for 46 years and dad always did it you know what mom knew how to praise and worship God and there's a strength that happens in those times and then not just a strength there's a sound mind that happens where you know that you're not alone that God hasn't give you a spirit of fear but love power and a sound mind that happens through your praise and worship" [57:52] (96 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

### Quotes for Members

1. "When you decide to praise God, you decide to have a communion with Him. Because you're having a communion with Him, you're honoring Him. When you're honoring Him, you're going to become humble. And when that humble happens, there's a healing that happens. And when you're doing that, you're being intentional, not just accidental, intentional. There's a key to that. With that intentional worship, that intentional praise, what happens is you're what? Proclaiming the goodness of God." [37:08] (25 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

2. "When we praise God and worship God, what we're doing is what we are aligning our hearts and our thoughts to his. See, even that text right there to my wife. What were we doing right there? We were aligning our hearts and our thoughts together at that moment, at that time. I'm not sure what she was. Actually, I do know what she was doing. She was playing with our great nephew. That's what she was doing. But at that moment, she received that message. Our hearts and our thoughts were what? Aligned. Our hearts and thoughts will get aligned when we read that message that God has given us through his word." [42:33] (40 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

3. "When you deepen that connection with God in faith that's how he's it pleases him it grabs his attention it ignites a passion of worship when it's in faith it ignites a passion what you saw it ignite this morning you saw it ignite it was passion knocked her on her butt or sushi sorry that being said I read something this morning that ignited me the passion of humbling and remembering people that went ahead ed thompson one of our elders he went to be with jesus a day and a half ago he's with his wife peggie peggie went on about a month and a half ago and And Ed Thompson, they moved already up to Fort Worth area. He went to be with Jesus. And they're going to have a service next Saturday up in, it starts with him. Mansfield, Mansfield, thank you. I don't know the time yet, but we'll make sure we post it. And some of us, I know, are planning on going." [01:08:32] (66 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

4. "When you engage with your faith, activating the power of God. It enables us to witness his transforming work, his transforming power, and experience his supernatural provision in our life. That's when your heart becomes healed. It becomes unheartened. Because Jesus said, I've come to what? Heal. You know, my mom's never turned her back on God. But God still knows how to heal a broken heart. God's here to heal you. That's how much he loves you and adores you and has a plan and a purpose. When we grab hold of all of that, and this engaging, driving our chips into the depth of faith, we have this communion that we're having with God, because we're honored, we're being humbled, and his healing happens. It's because we're proclaiming his greatness, his goodness, that his love endures forever." [01:13:48] (74 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

5. "When you are the salt of the earth, what good is a salt if it loses its flavor? And tread upon. Or thrown onto the sidewalk and trampled on by men. Don't lose your purpose. Don't lose your influence, the Amplify says. Keep your influence. Keep your purpose. And the good thing is, is when you go to Mark, it even says this. If you do lose your flavor, you can get it back. Some people think, oh, my goodness, I lost my flavor. And what do I do? You know what? It instructs us that if you lose your flavor, continually stay in Him. So what happens is we have to continually stay in the Word, stay in God, stay in His presence by what? Praising Him, worshiping Him, praying, right?" [36:30] (49 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

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