2 Kings 5:17
"And Naaman said, Shall there not then, I pray thee, be given to thy servant two mules' burden of earth? for thy servant will henceforth offer neither burnt offering nor sacrifice unto other gods, but unto the LORD."
Worship, in today's culture is often viewed as a confusing subject. We know it can involve singing and praise, but it can also be prayer, but it can also be service and acts of love to others. So what is worship?
In Naaman's mind, worship was encapsulated in sacrifices and burnt offerings. Once he realized that there was only one God and His name was Jehovah, he immediately renounced any affiliation to false gods and proclaimed his dedication to the One True God. He did this by pledging to only offer sacrifices and burnt offerings to the True God. In his mind, that was his worship and he would only give it to God.
I believe we can learn something significant here. Worship, in whatever form it takes, always involves giving. Whether it be our time in acts of service and love for others, our breath in praise and songs, our dedication in prayer and supplication, or our possessions in tithe, worship is lovingly giving back to God. Because He first gave for us.
Do I have a proper view of worship? How am I worshipping God today?
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