Read Psalm 95

How many of you have played the game “Simon Says”? Remember the object? Do only what Simon says. If you don’t, what happens? You’re out and you lose the opportunity to experience the thrill of winning the game. This particular Psalm reminds me of this game.

David is the “worship leader” here and he’s urging us to come and praise the Lord. Like an inspiring “Knute Rockne speech” (the infamous Notre Dame coach from the early 1900s), he implores us to remember all that God has done for us, created for us, and most of all that He is the God of the universe. The poet desires that we move beyond mere “words of worship” and have a “heart of worship”. He doesn’t want our worship to be a recited poem learned for “religous sake”, but a true reflection of our gratitude for everything God stands for. He goes into detail in this Psalm of all the things God has done.

Everytime I have a chance to lead a worship session, I try to keep in mind what God has done for me in providing a way for eternal life. By keeping that in mind, it allows me to truly digest the truth in what I’m singing, praying and saying and I let God work through me to inspire others in their worship.

When I have a chance to sit out in the audience and be led by another worship leader, I love it! I soak up what he/she says and allow my heart to be open for God to speak to me through that leader so that I don’t miss an opportunity to have a “God moment”.

Have a great week!