This week’s session focuses on AUTHENTIC WORSHIP: Authentic worship is a genuine, wholehearted response to God, grounded in spiritual truth and devotion. A positive attitude fosters gratitude and hope, removing distractions and self-focus. This receptive heart enables deep communion, guided by reverence and trust. By maintaining hope, believers transcend challenges, stay anchored in God’s goodness, and enter truly transformative, God-centered worship.

Introduction:Today’s point is that we are to come to God with a heart fully focused on Him alone, because our attitude determines whether we experience authentic worship or simply go through the motions. When we approach God with gratitude and reverence, we open ourselves to a deeper, transformative encounter with His presence.

I have 3 points to make this session:

1. Rejoice in What God Has Done (Psalm 40:1-5): Pause to remember God’s mercy and deliverance, offering joyful praise for His faithfulness.
2. Be Regimented to Do God’s Will (Psalm 40:6-8): Align your daily actions with His Word, choosing obedience as an act of worship.
3. Be Ready to Declare God’s Praise (Psalm 40:9-11): Boldly share God’s works with others, testifying to His goodness and grace.

While I unpack today’s scripture I ask that you consider this question: How can I cultivate authentic worship?