We need to have understanding that we might be effective. This is an essential point: not all musical expressions are worship. Songs of deliverance, sung prophecy, sung intercession...all are valid forms of the release of the rhema of God. Often these proceed out from a time of worship, as the Spirit of God is released and exalted in the midst of a people. They may blend together almost seamlessly at times. But worship itself belongs solely to God. Admittedly this is a fine line to draw, but it is important that we make the distinction. We need to know what we are doing to be effective. We never worship at the devil. He wishes we would! But it is written "worship God, and Him only shall you serve".
Worship puts the enemy in perspective. God is in control. We develop sensitivity to the issues on Gods heart. Worship brings us to a place where the sword of the Spirit can be used effectively. II Cor. 10:4 "...the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God to the pulling down of strongholds". What is a stronghold? A house of thoughts and thought patterns in which the enemy finds shelter. Choosing to worship God with your will places your mind in subjection to the kingdom of God.
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