MY YEAR OF DIVINE WORSHIP

Title: MY YEAR OF DIVINE WORSHIP

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: John 4:23-24
Supporting Texts: Psalm 95:6; Romans 12:1; Hebrews 13:15; Revelation 4:10-11

INTRODUCTION:
Worship is the heart of our relationship with God. It is not just about singing or gathering in church; it is a lifestyle of reverence, adoration, and total surrender to God. As we declare 2025 as our Year of Divine Worship, we are committing to seek God with a pure heart and worship Him in spirit and truth.

1. UNDERSTANDING TRUE WORSHIP

a) Definition of Worship
Worship is the act of ascribing worth to God through reverence, love, and adoration (Psalm 95:6).

b) Worship in Spirit
True worship involves connecting with God through the Holy Spirit (John 4:24).

c) Worship in Truth
Worship must be based on God's Word and done with sincerity (John 17:17).

d) A Lifestyle of Worship
Worship goes beyond church services; it is reflected in our daily lives (Romans 12:1).

e) Worship Requires Sacrifice
True worship often demands a sacrifice of time, comfort, or resources (2 Samuel 24:24).

f) Biblical Example: The Samaritan woman’s encounter with Jesus revealed the essence of worship (John 4:19-26).

2. THE POWER OF WORSHIP

a) Attracting God’s Presence
Worship invites the presence of God into our lives (Psalm 22:3).

b) Breaking Strongholds
Worship has the power to break chains and open doors of freedom (Acts 16:25-26).

c) Receiving Divine Revelation
Worship opens our spiritual eyes to see God’s plans (Isaiah 6:1-8).

d) Offering Sacrifices of Praise
God honours our worship when we offer it with a pure heart (Hebrews 13:15).

e) Worship Leads to Victory
Worship activates God’s intervention in battles (2 Chronicles 20:21-22).

f) Biblical Example: Jehoshaphat led Judah in worship, and God gave them victory (2 Chronicles 20:21-22).

3. LIVING A LIFE OF WORSHIP IN 2025

a) Cultivate a Heart of Gratitude
Worship flows from a thankful heart (Psalm 100:4).

b) Set Aside Time for Personal Worship
Prioritise daily fellowship with God (Matthew 6:6).

c) Participate in Corporate Worship
Join other believers to exalt God together (Hebrews 10:25).

d) Worship Through Obedience
Obedience is the highest form of worship (1 Samuel 15:22).

e) Worship Through Service
Serving God and others is a vital act of worship (Colossians 3:23-24).

f) Biblical Example: Abraham worshipped God through his obedience (Genesis 22:1-14).

CONCLUSION:
As we step into 2025, let worship become the foundation of our lives. By worshipping God in spirit and truth, we will experience His glory, power, and blessings like never before. Make this year a year of divine worship, where your life reflects His glory in all you do.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Lord, help me to worship You in spirit and truth this year.

2. Father, let Your presence fill my life as I worship You.

3. Lord, break every stronghold in my life through the power of worship.

4. Father, give me a heart of gratitude and thanksgiving.

5. Lord, help me to prioritise personal and corporate worship in 2025.

6. Father, open my spiritual eyes to see Your glory as I worship.

7. Lord, let my life become a living sacrifice of worship to You.

8. Father, use my worship to draw others to You this year.

9. Lord, help me to obey You in all things as an act of worship.

10. Father, let my worship this year bring divine breakthroughs and testimonies.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. This year, your worship will open doors of favour for you.

2. As you worship, the presence of God will abide with you.

3. Every chain holding you down will break through the power of worship.

4. Your life will become a reflection of God’s glory.

5. You will walk in divine revelation as you worship.

6. This year, your worship will bring healing and restoration.

7. As you honour God, He will honour you before men.

8. Your worship will silence the enemy and bring you victory.

9. God’s power will manifest in your life as you bow before Him.

10. This year, your worship will provoke divine blessings and testimonies.