Table Talk: More Than a Song : Week 1

More Than a Song: Worship & the Worthiness of God

Here’s a short description of our current sermon series.

Worship is more than a song—it’s a response. It’s more than a Sunday—it’s a lifestyle. In a culture where worship is often equated with a moment—singing or attending a service—we risk missing the deeper invitation: to live our lives wholly centered on the worthiness of God. In this six-week series, we’ll explore what it truly means to worship in spirit and in truth (John 4:24)—not just with our lips, but with our lives. From understanding God’s unmatched worth to worshiping through suffering, and from individual devotion to corporate unity, we’ll be reminded that worship isn’t simply something we do; it’s who we are.

Spiritual Practice: Giving Ourselves in Worship

We believe that Jesus’ teaching is more than just knowledge for our minds (though it is certainly that). It should transform our actions. By living out - or practicing - the ways of Jesus, we are being shaped into a people who look more and more like Him.

“The heart of worship is to seek to know and love God in our own unique way. Each one of us fulfills some part of the divine image. Each one of us loves and glorifies God in a particular way that no one else can.” As we press into this series on worship, think about the times and places you feel most connected to God and are moved to worship Him. Is it in your car, listening to a favorite song? Is it outside, walking in His creation? Is it serving others at a local ministry? Is it drawing, painting, or taking photographs? Is it sitting in silence? Over the next month, intentionally place yourself into these spaces. Then, give Him everything you have! Pour yourself out as you praise Him in the unique way(s) He has gifted you. If your mind wanders to the reactions of others, direct your focus back to the greatness of God. Resist the urge to compare your worship to others’. God has created you to worship Him like no one else can, like a piece of glass that reflects His light in a unique way. Together, we create a beautiful mosaic of the vast and varied ways our God receives our praise!

Prayer

You can pray this prayer daily during the sermon series, or use it as a closing for table conversations each week.

Our Father in heaven, you are worthy of all our praise! You have created us for your glory, to enjoy a relationship with you. We confess that we often misplace our worship, choosing to love other things more than we love you. Our worship becomes a performance instead of heartfelt thanks and praise, offered from humble hearts. Thank you for your unending grace and mercy as you forgive us and guide us back to yourself, our true source of life and light. May we worship you together as a unified body in Christ, choosing to praise you in times of joy and suffering. We love you and offer ourselves to you today and every day.  In Jesus’ name, Amen.

SERMON SUMMARY What is worship? Worship is a declaration of what we value. God alone deserves our worship, and recognizing His worth transforms our lives.

PSALM 96:3-4

Conversation Starters

KIDS What is your favorite toy or game? How would someone else know that toy/game is your favorite? Usually, the things we give love, time, money, thoughts, and attention to are the most valuable to us. The Bible says we should love God more than anything else. He is great and good, loving and kind. When we love God, we want to show Him! All the ways we show God our love are called “worship.” What is one way you like to show God you love Him? 

STUDENTS Can you worship something without even realizing it? Have you ever seen someone your age put popularity, success, material things, or even another person in God's place? What are some signs that we are valuing God above all else? What are some ways people your age can actively worship God? (Hint: It's not just about what you do on Sunday!) Why does God deserve our worship more than other people, things, ideas, etc.?

ADULTS When have you experienced a profound sense of God's worthiness? What circumstances or spiritual practices led to those moments, and how did they impact you? In what specific ways has your own life been transformed as you've grown in your understanding and practice of worshipping God? (Consider changes in perspective, priorities, relationships, or responses to adversity.)