Upon entering the house of God, our purpose must be to glorify and exalt the name of the sovereign God, and we can do this through songs and praises that express gratitude for what He has done for us. Everything we have must be a point to exalt the name of God.
When we step into the house of God, we are not entering an ordinary place, but a space dedicated to worship, reverence, and communion with the Creator. This awareness should shape our attitude, our words, and even our thoughts. Worship is not something that begins when the music starts; it begins in the heart long before we cross the doors of the congregation.
In the Bible there is a mandate for us to enter through the doors of the house of God:
Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.
Psalm 100:4
This verse clearly teaches us that thanksgiving and praise are not optional elements of worship; they are the correct way to approach God. Gratitude prepares our hearts, aligns our spirit, and reminds us that everything we have comes from Him. Praise, on the other hand, lifts our eyes from ourselves and places God at the center, where He deserves to be.
It is obvious that we should not raise our hands for anything that is sung or said, but regardless of that, we must know well what our purpose is when entering the house of God. Worship is not about emotions alone, nor is it about following the crowd. True worship is intentional, sincere, and rooted in the knowledge of who God is and what He has done.
Many believers confuse worship with routine. They attend services week after week, sing the songs, listen to the message, but their hearts are distracted or disconnected. God is not pleased with empty actions or mechanical gestures; He desires worship that flows from a genuine relationship with Him.
There are people who are only waiting for what others will do at the time of service in the congregation, but they make a mistake, and they forget about the main thing that is to exalt the name of the Lord. Worship is not a performance presented by a few while the rest observe. Every believer is called to participate actively, offering their own praise, prayer, and attention to God.
When we focus too much on the musicians, the preacher, or the order of the service, we risk missing the true purpose of gathering together. The house of God is not a place to be entertained, but a place to encounter the living God, to be transformed by His presence, and to respond with obedience and reverence.
Oh brothers, we have more reasons to glorify the name of God. Every breath we take, every victory we experience, and even every trial we overcome is evidence of His faithfulness. Worship reminds us that God remains sovereign in every season of our lives, whether in joy or in difficulty.
Let us not make of us people who are going to waste time on things that are not profitable to the temple, let us make time be worth doing what we really must do with great interest: Worship God.
May every time we enter the house of God, our hearts be prepared, our minds focused, and our spirits willing to give Him the glory He deserves. Let our worship be sincere, constant, and centered on Him alone, knowing that God honors those who seek Him with a true and humble heart.