Psalms 150:6 Let everything that has breath praise the LORD!Praise the LORD!
Psalms 95:6 Oh come, let us worship and bow down;let us kneel before the LORD, our Maker!
The word and idea of worship is a key reality of faith. We sing worship songs. People attend a worship service. Like the verses above state, we are called to worship the LORD. Worship is a good thing and there are many great blessings and benefits of worshiping God- for worship matters. Worship is far more than a song we sing or a moment we observe on a Sunday morning. Scripture presents worship as a life-giving, soul-shaping response to who God is and what He has done. When God’s people worship, something holy happens—not just in heaven, but in us. The Bible consistently shows that worship matters because it brings blessing, transformation, and alignment with God’s purposes.
Worship Centers Hearts on God
Psalms 63:1-4 1 O God, you are my God; earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you; my flesh faints for you, as in a dry and weary land where there is no water.2 So I have looked upon you in the sanctuary, beholding your power and glory.3 Because your steadfast love is better than life, my lips will praise you.4 So I will bless you as long as I live; in your name I will lift up my hands.
Worship reorients us. In a world filled with distractions, anxieties, and competing loyalties, worship recenters our hearts on the One who is worthy. When we worship, we intentionally shift our focus from ourselves to God—His greatness, faithfulness, and sovereignty. This posture of humility helps realign our priorities and reminds us that God alone is Creator, Sustainer, and King Psalm 96:4–6.
Worship Draws us into God’s Presence
Psalms 138:1-3 1 I give you thanks, O LORD, with my whole heart; before the gods I sing your praise;2 I bow down toward your holy temple and give thanks to your name for your steadfast love and your faithfulness, for you have exalted above all things your name and your word.3 On the day I called, you answered me; my strength of soul you increased.
Scripture reveals that God meets His people in worship in a unique way. Worship creates space for intimacy with God. As we praise Him, we become more aware of His nearness, peace, and holiness. In God’s presence, fear diminishes and faith grows Psalm 16:11.
Worship Strengthens Faith and Trust
Worship reminds us of God’s character—especially in difficult seasons. When circumstances are heavy, worship lifts our eyes to the unchanging faithfulness of God.
Hebrews 13:15 Through him then, let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name.
Worship is sometimes a sacrifice, but it is never wasted. As we proclaim God’s truth, our faith is strengthened and our trust renewed Psalm 42:5; Romans 10:17.
Worship Brings Spiritual Renewal and Transformation
True worship changes us. When we encounter God in worship, our hearts are softened, our minds renewed, and our lives transformed.
Romans 12:1-2 1 I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. 2 Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.
As we worship “in spirit and in truth” John 4:23–24, God shapes our character and aligns our lives with His will. Worship forms us into people who love what God loves and reflect His glory.
Though there are many more blessings and benefits, worship matters because God is worthy—and because worship changes us. It centers our hearts, renews our faith, invites God’s presence, and shapes our lives for His glory. Worship is not a religious obligation; it is a divine gift that leads us into blessing and deeper relationship with the Lord.
Church is a place of worship. If you do not already have a church you regularly attend, we would like to invite you to view or visit Neighborhood Church. We are a fun, welcoming church that loves God and seeks to live life His way. Each Sunday we study the Bible and have a great time together. We would love for you to join us. Our website has all the information you need for times and locations of all our gatherings. You can find us online at neighborhoodchurch.com. As well, if you would like to view any of our past worship gatherings or videos, visit our YouTube channel, or just search Neighborhood Church Cypress or Neighborhood Church Los Alamitos on their YouTube site.
Seeking to worship God along with you,
Messages From Mike 
