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Worship Wednesday is brought to you by Sista Cala.

Some time back my sister bought a new computer desk. It was one of those kind that comes in a box and you put it together yourself. She probably could have done it, but she knew I would enjoy doing it for her. It wasn't difficult, especially when I took time to read the instructions and look at the pictures.

Having a pattern really expedites the completion of any project. Sure, some folks are naturally gifted or mechanically inclined. Others go to school and learn their trade. Both types of people benefit from the experiences of others. Many times the advice of an accomplished artisan can save a lot of time or cut down on the effort required to use a certain tool. Listening to a sage can make the difference in a functional piece and one that is both functional and beautiful.

There are many styles and components of worship. Every church will have a different presentation. Even in liturgical services, there will be varying nuances with each individual. The important thing is that we worship. We must give honor to whom honor is due. If we are going to choose components of worship we should glean from a format that is proven to be acceptable in the sight of the Lord. The following verses in Revelation give a basic pattern that is without a doubt, honorable in the sight of the Lord.


"Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honor and power; for thou has created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created." Revelation 4:11

"Saying with a loud voice, Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honor, and glory, and blessing. And every creature which is in heaven, and on earth, and such as are in the sea, and all that are in them, heard I saying, Blessing, and honor, and glory, and power, be unto the throne, and unto the Lamb for ever and ever." Revelation 5:13, 14

"And I heard as it were the voice of a great multitude, and as the voice of many waters, and as the voice of mighty thunderings, saying, Alleluia: for the Lord God Omnipotent reigneth. Let us be glad and rejoice and give honor to him:" Revelation 19:6,7

Nothing fancy here, just a unified group of folks giving God the glory for being Himself. Just take a moment and read these verses aloud as worship unto Him today.

Do the FROG thing. (Fully Rely on God)

Question: Three frogs are sitting on a Lilly pad. One frog decides to jump off. How many frogs are left on the Lilly pad?
Answer: Three

Let me explain. One frog "decided “to jump." But there is a big difference between deciding to do something and actually doing it. The difference is COMMITMENT. Commitment can be defined as a promise, pledge, or vow. These words are much stronger than plan, desire, or intention. These words are serious and demand response.

Once the frog is airborne you can say he is committed.

It is that time of year again, when many of us will make resolutions for the coming year. We will start out with gusto only to lose steam as the days pass by. Then enthusiasm will dwindle because we did not make true commitments, we only had good intentions.

Like the frog, we must get airborne to change decisions into commitments. We must depend on our heavenly Father to strengthen us spiritually, physically, and mentally. We can accomplish all that we set out to do as long as He is our strength.

We must take to heart the words of Zechariah 4:6.
"Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the Lord of Hosts."
We must echo the Apostle Paul and declare; "I CAN do ALL things through CHRIST who STRENGTHENS me."

Praying for you to have a Happy and Prosperous New Year, PT2006