A. Praise Him cheerfully B. Praise Him

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SERMON NOTES

MESSAGE SERIES: Psalms Message: Characteristics of Genuine Worship Sermon Text: Psalm 47:1-9

Pastor Darrell Jones Grace Evangelical Church December 9, 2018

Characteristics of Genuine Worship I.

Psalm 47 is a model of how we are to praise God:

A.

Praise Him cheerfully

B.

Praise Him corporately

C.

Praise Him vocally

D.

Praise Him frequently

E.

Praise Him intelligently

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4. Verses 1b; 5-7 – According to these verses, what are some other ways we can worship and celebrate God?

GETTING TO KNOW YOU

5. Verse 7b – Pastor Darrell teaches from the New King James Version, which translates this part of the verse as “Sing praises with understanding”. Why do you think it is important to praise God with understanding? (You might also read 1 Corinthians 14:15-19)

*What is one of your most favorite Christmas movies or stories? *What one Christmas song puts you most in the Christmas spirit? * Looking back at your notes from this week’s teaching, was there anything you heard that caught your attention, challenged or confused you?

TAKING IT HOME DIGGING DEEPER – Please Psalm 47 1. What attributes (or qualities) do we see in regard to God's character in this Psalm?

2. Verse 1a –A call (or a command) to worship is given - “Clap your hands”. What are some occasions when people would clap? How do you think those moments will compare to the moment when God takes the throne to begin His eternal reign as described in this Psalm?

In the message this Sunday Pastor Darrell referred to two passages – Joshua 6:20 (the walls of Jericho coming down) & Acts 16:26 (Paul and Silas’s chains unfastened and prison doors opened) both were results of shouting unto the Lord or singing praises to Him. In your life how has worshipping God helped you break spiritual walls or chains and set you free? PRAYER REQUESTS (be sure to save 15-30 minutes for prayer) > > > ==========================================================

NEXT YEAR’S GROWTH GROUPS BEGIN JANUARY 13th 3. Verses 2-4 – Besides the call, we see a cause for worshipping. List the causes given in these verses. In your life what has caused you to worship God?

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