Forms of Worship Using Sacraments

sac·ra·ment n.

1. in Christianity, a rite that is considered to have been established by Jesus Christ to bring grace to those participating in or receiving it.

2. sac·ra·ment or Sac·ra·ment- the bread and wine consecrated at Communion

3. something considered to be sacred or have a special significance

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1. BAPTISM

Acts 2:38 Then Peter said to them, "Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. (Also: Acts 2:41; 8:12–13, 36–38; 9:18; 10:47–48; 16:15, 33; 18:8; 19:5; 22:16; Rom. 6:3–4; 1 Cor. 12:13; Gal. 3:27; Eph. 4;5; Col. 2:12; Heb. 6:2)

2. COMMUNION

1Co 10:16 The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ? (Also: Matt. 26:20–30; Mk. 14:17–26; Lu. 22:14–30; Jn. 13:21–30; Acts 2:42; 1 Cor. 11:23–26)

3. FOOTWASHING

John 13:1–20 (Also: Matt. 26:6–13; Mk. 14:3–9; Lu. 7:38–44; Jn. 12–1–11)

Footwashing is not a common practice in worship. I have seen, and participated in footwashing services that have been very meaningful, and were powerful times of worship.

Music Training - 1-4-5 Chords Exercise

1-4-5 Chords Exercise...Lots of songs have this pattern. Exercise used to play in every key

Forms of Worship Using an Implement - Banners

2. BANNERS

Ex. 17:15 Jehovah Nissi ("The Lord my banner")

Banners are used in scripture as beacons or articles of warfare and as instruments of worship.

Other scriptures where banners/flags are used in worship or warfare:

Pss. 20:5; 60:4; Song of Sol. 2:4; 5:10; 6:4; 6:10; Is. 5:26; 11:10, 12; 13:2; 31:9; 49:22; 59:19; 62:10; Jer. 4:6; 50:2; 51:12, 27; Zech. 9:16

Contrast Num. 21:8–9 and Jn. 12:32. When Jesus is lifted up, all men are drawn to Him.

Music Training - Smooth Chords

Smooth Chords

Forms of Worship Using an Implement - Musical Instruments

1. MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

Ex. 15:20; Ps. 71:22; 144:9; 150:3-6; Rev. 5:8

There is a wide use of musical instruments in the Bible which are divided into three categories of instruments:

String Instruments - Wind Instruments - Percussion Instruments

The instruments are also able to be played prophetically. (1 Chron. 25:1-10)

Music Training - Worship Chords Extension

Worship chords extension...A few chords to use when transitioning to a Worship atmosphere during service. Learn & practice the pattern in all keys

Forms of Worship Using the Mouth - WHISTLING

6. WHISTLING (This is not necessarily a form of worship that is shown in the Bible to be a form of worship for the congregation. I have included it, however, as an example of a "sound" that comes from God.)

God whistles for the nations

Is 5:26— He lifts up a banner for the distant nations, he whistles for those at the ends of the earth. Here they come, swiftly and speedily!

God whistles for worshipers

Zech. 10:8—God whistles for His people (Judah)

Forms of Worship Using the Mouth - Prophetic Songs

5. THE NEW SONG (PROPHETIC SONG)

Ps. 33:3; 40:3; 96:1; 98:1; 144:9; 149:1; Is. 42:10; Rev. 5:9; 14:3


Themes of songs and prophetic songs in Scripture:



v The Song Of Deliverance

1. Psalm 32:7

2. Exodus 15:1-21—The Song of Moses

Although this song is after the fact, it's prophetic overtones set the stage for future songs of deliverance.

3. I Sam. 16:14-23 - David ministering to Saul with music.



v The Song Of War II Chron. 20:21-22:

We learn from this song that the song of war can be:

* Militant, marching like an army

* Demonstrative (e.g. halal)

* Anointed with God's power (tehillah) to the "pulling down of strongholds."

* Preceded and followed by praise. Ps. 149

* A war song need not be directed at the enemy, but may be a song of praise.




v The New Song

Ps. 33:3; Ps. 98:1; Ps. 144:9; Ps. 149:1; Rev. 5:9; 14:1-8

Isaiah 42:10,11 A song that has never been heard in the heathen world.

"Kedar" - darkness, in Arabic this word means: to be able; mighty.

Psalm 40:3 "Fresh, new thing."

* Involves revelation - comes out of lifestyle.

* Speaks to those in darkness.

* How can people "see a song?" Our walk provokes the questions.

* It is a song that glorifies God.




v The Song Of Healing

James 5:13 "...Is any merry? Let him sing psalms."

Proverbs 17:22 "...A merry heart doeth good like a medicine."

* The joyful singing heart has the power of healing.

One word in Greek for "worship" is therapeuo, meaning to cure and to heal.



v The Song Of Praise And Thanksgiving

Ps. 69:30; 95:1-2; 104:33; 108:1-3

The Song of Praise involves:

* Entrance into His presence - Ps. 100:4

* The sacrifice of praise/thanksgiving - Ps. 50:23

* Magnifying God Ps. 105:2

* Jeremiah 30:19



v The Song In The Wilderness/Night

Hosea 2:14-15; Ps. 23; Ps. 42:8; Ps. 77:6; Job 35:10; Is. 30:29




v The Song Of The Bridegroom And The Song Of The Bride

Song of Solomon; Is. 5:1; Jer. 33:11




v The Song Of Moses

Ex. 15:1; Deut. 31:19-32:44

It is interesting to note that Moses wrote one song just before the Children of Israel entered the wilderness, and one song just as they were about to leave the wilderness. The victorious saints will sing the song of Moses in Heaven - Rev. 15:2-4




v The Song Of The Lamb

Rev. 15:2-4



v The Songs Of Zion

Ps. 137:3; Is. 35:10

Forms of Worship Using the Mouth - Singing - Part 3

There are 7 different kinds of responsive singing in scripture. We can use these forms to help our congregation participate in worship:

—Two companies or choirs Neh. 12:31, 40, 42; Ezra 3:11

—One singer to another 1 Sam. 18:7; 21:11; 29:5; Is. 6:3–4 It is possible that the whole Song of Solomon was set to this form

—One singer to a group Ex. 15:21 The Psalm headings of Psalms 44, 47, 99 indicate that these may have been written by the sons of korah who then responded to the chief musician.

—Leader to congregation Pss. 107; 136 where the response is written into the Psalm. Also Psalms 106 and 118 where the response is written at the beginning of the Psalm. Sometimes the singers used traditional folks songs where the melodies were known by the people.

—Singer to dancers Ex. 15:21 The dance probably interpreted the song, or even replied to the song.

—Singers to instruments Is. 38:20 Instruments accompanied singing in Old Testament times, but they might also have responded to the song. Many Psalms are also written with the word selah at the end of a section. Most likely, this means that the instruments play in response to the song while everyone else meditates on the Lord.

—One generation to another Ps. 145:4 This is a good way to teach children to participate in praise and worship.

Forms of Worship Using the Mouth - Singing - Part 2

Each of these three forms of song (psalms, hymns, spiritual songs) express the nature and character of God. The psalm speaks of the past: God’s acts over all the years and His work among men. Hymns speak of the present. They talk about His character and extol His nature and work among us now as believers. The hymns were the new form of song that was adopted by the early Church in order to sing of the life and resurrection of Christ. Spiritual songs speak of the things to come. They are, by definition, prophetic. Spiritual songs call us to the ongoing work and character of God in our lives. They teach us of the revelation of God for today and beyond.

One of the most common forms of singing in Biblical times was responsive, or antiphonal singing: Hebrew–anah means to answer; bear witness; cry; shout; testify; speak; lift up. This was a fundamental form of singing in Israel. It appears that the reason for the use of this form, is to teach (Ps 145:4) and to accentuate the words of a song. The repetition causes the hearers to 'hear' the message twice, and if a response is required, then there will be a need for greater concentration, and more intelligent and thoughtful expression of worship.

Forms of Worship Using the Mouth - Singing - Part 1

4. SINGING

There are over 120 references in the Bible to singing. This is one of the key forms of worship. Any mood of the hearts of man, or the Spirit of God can be expressed in song.

Three Key Scriptures in the New Testament about Singing:

1 Cor. 14:15-16 ...I will pray with the spirit, and I will also pray with the understanding. I will sing with the spirit, and I will also sing with the understanding. Otherwise, if you bless with the spirit, how will he who occupies the place of the uninformed say "Amen" at your giving of thanks.....

Eph. 5:18b-19 ...be filled with the Spirit, speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord.

Col. 3:16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.

From these three Scriptures, we find the following principles in groups of three:

1. We must be filled with the Spirit so that we may:

Pray with the spirit

Sing with the spirit

Bless with the spirit

2. We must be in right relationship with one another:

Speaking to one another.

Teaching one another.

Admonishing one another.

3. We must have the Word of God in our hearts:

The Word must dwell in us.

The Word must be rich in us.

The Word must be wise in us.

4. We must sing to the Lord:

With singing in our hearts.

With melody in our hearts.

With grace in our hearts.

5. We must sing:

Psalms

Hymns

Spiritual songs

Forms of Worship Using the Mouth - LOUD NOISE/LOUD VOICE

3. LOUD NOISE/LOUD VOICE

Gen. 39:14; Deut 27:14; 1 Ki. 8:55; 2 Chron. 15:1420:19; Ezra. 3:12-13; 10:12; Neh. 9:4; 12:42; Ps. 98:4; 33:3; 81:1; 150:5; Matt. 27:46, 50; Mark 15:34, 37; Lu. 17:15; 19:37; Jo. 11:43; Acts 14:10-11; 16:28; Rev. 5:12; 6:10; 7:2, 10; 8:13; 14:7, 9, 15, 18

"loud" (Strongs 1419) gâdôwl - from 1431 great in any sense, high, long, loud, mighty, more, much.