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David’s Life of Worship: Through Repentance

David's Life of Worship: Through Repentance By Rev. Dr. Russell M. Morrow Worshiping God when all is well is one thing, but how do we worship Him when mired in sin and iniquity? Iniquity represents immoral or grossly unfair behavior, such as hatred, unforgiveness, jealousy, prejudice, and selfishness. Living in sin while claiming to be a true worshipper of God would be hypocrisy. However, true repentance is the transformative act of worship and the pathway to healing and restoration with God. David's story offers a profound example of this process. Though a king chosen and beloved by God, David succumbed to sin when he saw Bathsheba bathing and, overcome by desire, committed adultery with her. To cover his sin, he orchestrated Uriah's death and took Bathsheba as his wife. This stark reality shows how even a man after God's heart can be led astray by the corruption of power. Yet, the narrative does not end in despair. God sent the prophet Nathan not to condemn David eter...

David's Life of Worship: God’s Way is the Best Way

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David's Life of Worship: God’s Way is the Best Way By Rev. Dr. Russell M. Morrow  “Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship.  2  Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing , and perfect will. Romans 12:1-2 NIV.” Self-determination is a gift from God, and it can be a force for good when it helps us rise above challenges and work toward the well-being of ourselves and others. However, when self-determination becomes selfish and disregards others, it becomes counter to God’s will and dangerous. For example, one of Frank Sinatra's most famous songs, "My Way," captures a man's journey of living life on his own terms. Although the song became a national anthem for self-determination, Sin...