the Bible says:
Psalm 44:8 O God, we give glory to you all day long and constantly praise your name. 
John 4: 24 God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.”
Monday, May 6, 2013
Encouragement for today...
Proverb 3:6 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart and lean not unto thine own understanding
We must move when God say move, Stop when He saids STOP. God will direct our steps through dance ministry.MISSION STATEMENT:
“I will sing of the Lord’s great love forever, with my mouth I will make your faithfulness known through all generation.” Psalm 89:1
41 Bible Verses on Worshiping God
Psalm 150:1-6 ESV
Praise the Lord! Praise God in his
sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens! Praise him for his mighty
deeds; praise him according to his excellent greatness! Praise him with
trumpet sound; praise him with lute and harp! Praise him with tambourine
and dance; praise him with strings and pipe! Praise him with sounding
cymbals; praise him with loud clashing cymbals! ...
John 4:23,24 ESV
But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him. God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.”
Colossians 3:16 ESV
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.
Hebrews 13:15 ESV
Through him then let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name.
John 4:23 ESV
But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him.
1 John 1:3 ESV
That which we have seen and heard we proclaim also to you, so that you too may have fellowship with us; and indeed our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son Jesus Christ.
Ephesians 5:19 ESV
Addressing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody to the Lord with your heart,
Hebrews 1:6 ESV
And again, when he brings the firstborn into the world, he says, “Let all God's angels worship him.”
James 5:13 ESV
Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praise.
Romans 12:1 ESV
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.
Matthew 15:9 ESV
In vain do they worship me, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men.’”
Exodus 20:5 ESV
You shall not bow down to them or serve them, for I the Lord your God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children to the third and the fourth generation of those who hate me,
Revelation 22:9 ESV
But he said to me, “You must not do that! I am a fellow servant with you and your brothers the prophets, and with those who keep the words of this book. Worship God.”
Acts 20:35 ESV
In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”
Matthew 4:8-10 ESV
Again, the devil took him to a very high mountain and showed him all the kingdoms of the world and their glory. And he said to him, “All these I will give you, if you will fall down and worship me.” Then Jesus said to him, “Be gone, Satan! For it is written, “‘You shall worship the Lord your God and him only shall you serve.’”
Matthew 16: 24 ESV
Then Jesus told his disciples, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.
2John 1:9 ESV
Everyone who goes on ahead and does not abide in the teaching of Christ, does not have God. Whoever abides in the teaching has both the Father and the Son.
Hebrews 1:14 ESV
Are they not all ministering spirits sent out to serve for the sake of those who are to inherit salvation?
Colossians 2:14 ESV
By canceling the record of debt that stood against us with its legal demands. This he set aside, nailing it to the cross.
Acts 16: 25 ESV
About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them,
Matthew 5:12 ESV
Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
Exodus 20:4 ESV
“You shall not make for yourself a carved image, or any likeness of anything that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth.
Revelation 7:1-17 ESV
After this I saw four angels standing at the four corners of the earth, holding back the four winds of the earth, that no wind might blow on earth or sea or against any tree. Then I saw another angel ascending from the rising of the sun, with the seal of the living God, and he called with a loud voice to the four angels who had been given power to harm earth and sea, saying, “Do not harm the earth or the sea or the trees, until we have sealed the servants of our God on their foreheads.” And I heard the number of the sealed, 144,000, sealed from every tribe of the sons of Israel: 12,000 from the tribe of Judah were sealed, 12,000 from the tribe of Reuben, 12,000 from the tribe of Gad, ...
Ephesians 3:10 ESV
So that through the church the manifold wisdom of God might now be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.
Exodus 20:1-26 ESV
And God spoke all these words, saying, “I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. “You shall have no other gods before me. “You shall not make for yourself a carved image, or any likeness of anything that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth. You shall not bow down to them or serve them, for I the Lord your God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children to the third and the fourth generation of those who hate me, ...
Hebrews 10:1-4 ESV
For since the law has but a shadow of the good things to come instead of the true form of these realities, it can never, by the same sacrifices that are continually offered every year, make perfect those who draw near. Otherwise, would they not have ceased to be offered, since the worshipers, having once been cleansed, would no longer have any consciousness of sins? But in these sacrifices there is a reminder of sins every year. For it is impossible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins.
Acts 17:2 ESV
And Paul went in, as was his custom, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures,
John 4:20 ESV
Our fathers worshiped on this mountain, but you say that in Jerusalem is the place where people ought to worship.”
Revelation 12:9 ESV
And the great dragon was thrown down, that ancient serpent, who is called the devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world—he was thrown down to the earth, and his angels were thrown down with him.
Jude 1:6 ESV
And the angels who did not stay within their own position of authority, but left their proper dwelling, he has kept in eternal chains under gloomy darkness until the judgment of the great day—
Colossians 2:16-17 ESV
Therefore let no one pass judgment on you in questions of food and drink, or with regard to a festival or a new moon or a Sabbath. These are a shadow of the things to come, but the substance belongs to Christ.
Colossians 2:14-17 ESV
By canceling the record of debt that stood against us with its legal demands. This he set aside, nailing it to the cross. He disarmed the rulers and authorities and put them to open shame, by triumphing over them in him. Therefore let no one pass judgment on you in questions of food and drink, or with regard to a festival or a new moon or a Sabbath. These are a shadow of the things to come, but the substance belongs to Christ.
1 Corinthians 4:9 ESV
For I think that God has exhibited us apostles as last of all, like men sentenced to death, because we have become a spectacle to the world, to angels, and to men.Matthew 16:18 ESV
And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.Matthew 5:17 ESV
“Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them.Job 2:1 ESV
Again there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan also came among them to present himself before the Lord.Leviticus 19:19 ESV
“You shall keep my statutes. You shall not let your cattle breed with a different kind. You shall not sow your field with two kinds of seed, nor shall you wear a garment of cloth made of two kinds of material.Genesis 1:2 ESV
The earth was without form and void, and darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters.1 Peter 5:8 ESV
Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.John 4:21 ESV
Jesus said to her, “Woman, believe me, the hour is coming when neither on this mountain nor in Jerusalem will you worship the Father.Matthew 8:2 ESV
And behold, a leper came to him and knelt before him, saying, “Lord, if you will, you can make me clean.”Job1:6 ESV
Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan also came among them.Praise Dance
Praise dance (also known as liturgical dance or worship dance) is a
form of worship that seeks to articulate the word and spirit of God
through the body. According to the New York Times, praise dance is a
popular part of church services across the country. While it is
considered controversial in some Christian circles, praise dance is
considered an expression of joy by others. Is praise dance right for
you and your worship service? Read on to learn more about the art of
praise dance and it's role in the world of Christian praise and worship.
Dancing was used in ancient times to express joy and thankfulness to the
Lord. The tradition carried on for many years, until it was forced out
of the Christian church by the Reformation. In the 20th century,
praise dance began to re-enter praise and worship services. Praise
dance can be diverse, including traditional or modern ballet, lyrical
and hip-hop dancing. It is performed to praise music. Dances can be
spontaneous or choreographed, involving an individual or a group of
dancers.Praise dance is increasing in popularity each year. More dance schools
are offering classes in praise dance, while more professional praise
dance companies are emerging. Cities throughout the United Sates are
establishing groups where religious dancers from all religions are
welcome to express themselves.
Daily Bread-Philippians 4:13
Daily Bread
Philippians 4: 13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Worship and Warfare
WORSHIP AND WARFARE
All
worship dance should be glorifying to God, and lead anyone watching to a
greater depth in worship. As well as choreographed "presentation"
pieces we can worship Jesus by just dancing freely as led by the Spirit.
If this is a new experience, try dancing to some worship music at home
whilst on your own. Advise Christian dancers to make sure they
have the agreement of their church leaders for what they are doing(Hebrews13:17).
We
must listen to the Holy Spirit and do exactly what He tells us, even if
we don't understand why. (John15:4 & Proverbs 3 :5-6). Praise
and worship are powerful spiritual weapons against the powers of
darkness. Christian dance ministries are prime targets for spiritual
attack, which may come in many forms such as illness, discord,
mechanical failures and opposition. Intercessory prayer is needed for a
dance group!
II Chronicles 20:1-30
Most Christians think of worship as something we do as we come together
on Sunday morning. We've learned that worship helps us endure trials and
empowers us for witnessing. However did you know that worship aids us in
spiritual warfare as well? The worship and praise of Almighty God gives
us victory over the enemy.In the Old Testament, the people of God learned that worship and warfare went hand
in hand. Over and over we read of situations in which the people failed
to worship God with their whole hearts. As a result their enemies defeated
them. However, when they repented and truly worshiped God, He always gave
them victory. They could not win a war without sincere worship.Paul and Silas won the victory by singing in the depth of the Philippian
prison and were freed by an earthquake. Jonah worshiped God in the belly
of the great fish and was spewed up onto the shore. Worship brings victory!
Truly, worship and spiritual warfare go hand in hand.
I. Worship and Warfare: An Old Testament Example.
I. Worship and Warfare: An Old Testament Example.
- A. Background information.
1. Jehoshaphat was the 4th King of the Southern Kingdom, Judah.
- a. His name means "Jehovah judges."
b. He was the son of the godly King Asa.
c. Asa died and Jehoshaphat was about 35 years-old when he ascended his father's throne.
d. He reigned for 25 years (875-850 b.c.).
e. 2 Chronicles 22:9 describes his character as one who "sought the LORD with all his heart."
2. Early in his reign, we see that "his heart was lifted up in the ways of the Lord."
3. He sent men throughout Judah to teach God's Word, and as a result of his efforts, the fear of the Lord fell upon all the nations around Judah, and there was peace.
4. God blessed Jehoshaphat because he did His will.
5. Chapter 18 describes Jehoshaphat's downfall.
- a. In verse one tells us that he joined up with Ahab.
b. Ahab was the despicable king of Israel who was married to Jezebel.
c. He was an idolater who hated the one true God.
d. Jehoshaphat married this man's daughter and through this relationship, Jehoshaphat was led astray.
e. Later on Jehoshaphat repented of trusting in Ahab and went back to seeking the Lord.
B. A Kingdom in a Desperate Situation (20:1-4).
1. After a period of peace and spiritual renewal, the Moabites, the Ammonites, the Syrians and others mounted a major assault on Jerusalem.
2. V.3 says plainly "Jehoshaphat feared."
- a. There is nothing wrong with being afraid.
b. He knew he couldn't defeat his enemies on his own.
c. However this time he didn't seek an alliance with man.
d. He "set himself to seek the Lord and proclaimed a fast throughout all Judah."
- a. They came "from all the cities of Judah" and they came
"to seek the Lord."
b. There is nothing better when you are in trouble than gathering believers together to pray and worship God.
c. Too many times seeking the Lord is our last resort.
d. It should be our first thought!
C. A Nation humbled before God. (20:5-9)
1. These verses describe a mighty worship service.
2. Imagine our president leading us in national prayer.
3. In front of the nation, King Jehoshaphat prayed and praised God for who He is, what He has done and the king knew He could do.
4. The king's praise becomes a specific request. (20:10-12)
- a. In essence, he says, "We are absolutely dependent on You."
b. Worship is an admission of dependence.
5. Earlier, Jehoshaphat had depended on evil Ahab; now he's learned his lesson.
6. He depends on no one but God.
D. A Prophet with an Encouraging Message (20:14-17).
1. In those days, God spoke to His people through the mouths of His prophets.
2. Today He speaks through revealed Scripture.
3. On that day, God answered the nation's prayers by speaking through a man named Jahaziel.
4. God said, "Do not be afraid nor dismayed because of this great multitude, for the battle is not yours but God's."
5. Read v.16-17 again, Take our positions, but do not fight…God will take care of things.
E. Victory through Worship. (20:18-24).
1. Jehoshaphat "bowed his head with his face to the ground" and everyone "bowed before the Lord, worshiping the Lord."
2. Then they "stood up to praise the Lord with voices loud and high."
3. They "rose early in the morning" to go out to position themselves as God had commanded.
4. Jehoshaphat inspired them by saying, "…Believe in the LORD your God, so shall ye be established; believe his prophets, so shall ye prosper." V20b
5. He then "appointed singers unto the Lord and that should praise the beauty of holiness."
6. What a mighty choir that must have been!
7. Get this: "They went out before the army!" singing the refrain from Ps.136, "Praise the Lord, for His mercy endures forever."
8. Worship was their only weapon!
- (2 Chr 20:22) "And when they began to sing and to praise, the LORD
set ambushments against the children of Ammon, Moab, and mount Seir, which
were come against Judah; and they were smitten."
F. The blessings of God. (20:25-30)
1.Not only did He bring about victory, He allowed them to enjoy the spoils.
2. There was so much, that it took them three days to gather it all up.
3. They called that battlefield "The Valley of Berachah" which means "The Valley of Blessings."
4. They marched back home "with joy for the Lord had made them rejoice over their enemies."
5. This victory parade was replete with "stringed instruments, and harps and trumpets."
6. All the other nations feared the Lord and God caused King Jehoshaphat's kingdom to be "quiet" and "gave him rest all around."
- A. We are involved in a Great Spiritual War (v.3).
1. It is spiritual not physical.
- (Eph 6:12) "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against
principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this
world, against spiritual wickedness in high places."
B. The Spiritual Battle cannot be won with Physical Weapons (v.4).
- (2 Cor 10:4) "(For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but
mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;)"
C. One of the Greatest Weapons in our Arsenal is Worship.
- A. Worship focuses Us on the Lord.
- Are you struggling in your spiritual walk?
- Do you feel that your enemies are about to overcome you?
- Whatever our need…we need to worship.
- Victory will come when we worship Christ!
- 1. When we truly worship, we take "every thought into captivity
to the obedience of Christ."
2. We can't worship and be tempted to sin.
3. We can't worship and lust.
4. We can't worship and lie, hate, covet, gossip, cheat, etc…
B. Worship brings about the Victory.
- 1. It worked for Israel…
2. It worked for Peter…
3. It worked for Paul and Silas…
4. It will work for us
Praise Dancer's Garments should be....
Praise dance is usually also called Liturgical dance. The dance is such a religious dance. By moving their body with music, dancers worship the God. Besides the movement and the music played, the most interesting thing from the dance is the costume which is designed to show off the body of the dancer.
That designed aims at highlighting the movements done by the dancer. So, it is not for deflecting people attention to the body. It is more just because the movement becomes the thing that the design is highlighted. Even though the dress is quite tight and can show off the silhouette of the body, other people are led to make them just focus on the message only.You must have little understanding about the dress now. Well, let us talk about the fabric. There are some fabrics usually used for praise dance dresses.
However, mostly people like polyester and nylon.
That is because those two fabrics are easy to be maintained and washed. You do not need to spend much energy from that. Other fabrics you can use are spandex and chiffon. Spandex is chosen because the fabric is stretchable. Variety of colors is really large.The dancer can pick the foil or the matte one. A number of dancers prefer this fabric because it is water resistant. Another option that you can choose for the fabric of praise dance dresses is chiffon. It is chosen because this fabric is flowing. But, just remember that the fabric is used just for applications only like sheer sleeves. That is rarely used as a main material.
The fabrics used have been revealed. Let us land out discussion plane on the board of color. Actually, the original color of the dress is white. But, now it is more various. The dancer can even pick their favorite color for the dance. A different color attached on the dress is also sometimes accentuated. For instance, the white dress is completed with gold fabric at the center of the skirt. Now, there are some dancers even prefer pants rather than skirts. But, the pants should be loose and not tight of course.
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