Kingdom Worship | RC Ford | LifePoint Church Stewarts Creek

Main message: The story of David bringing the ark in 2 Samuel 6 teaches that true kingdom worship of Jesus involves three responses: reverence (worshiping according to God's word and holiness), rejoicing (holy affections and expressive gratitude), and worshiping regardless of others' approval.

Key points:

• Worship is humanity’s natural response to what we revere; the proper object is the Creator, not created things.
• Reverence: seek God’s presence, worship according to Scripture (e.g., the ark must be carried as God commanded), and remember God’s holiness.
• Rejoicing: being emotionally engaged and joyful before the Lord (David danced with all his might) while avoiding cold formalism; holy affections are essential.
• Regardless: worship the Lord for the audience of One, even when critics watch (Michal’s mockery), and do not let seeking human approval silence your worship.
• Practical application: pursue God’s presence through Scripture and prayer, obey God’s instructions in worship, cultivate joyful affections, and stand courageously when criticized.

Scriptures mentioned: 2 Samuel 6, Numbers 4, Psalm 16:11, 1 Chronicles, Hebrews, Philippians 4:4, Galatians 1:10