Abundant Life: Blockers

Part 4 of 10: What keeps you from the Dance?

As Sarah meandered through the vibrant tapestry of autumn hues, the crisp air enveloped her, carrying with it a profound sense of peace and tranquility. The rustling leaves and the soothing sounds of the forest harmonized with the melodies of worship echoing within her heart. The teachings from her recent encounter with Joshua resonated deeply within her soul, igniting a newfound passion for worship that transcended the boundaries of mere rituals and traditions.

Her dog trotted alongside her, occasionally darting into the underbrush, infusing the tranquil scene with a playful energy. As she immersed herself in the symphony of nature, Sarah found herself recalling the words of the psalmist, each verse resounding within her as an invitation to partake in the divine dance of worship.

"Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth," she whispered softly, her voice intermingling with the gentle rustle of the wind. "Come before Him with joyful songs," she continued, allowing the music of creation to guide her into a state of profound gratitude and adoration.

However, even amidst the splendor of nature and the embrace of worship, Sarah couldn't help but reflect on the flaws that hindered many from experiencing true and authentic worship.

"We don’t take the time and space really needed to engage or surrender," she mused, her heart heavy with the realization. "We care about what others think, fearing that we might appear odd or unconventional. Our pride often blocks our chance to be completely vulnerable."

As she continued her tranquil journey, Sarah observed the dissonance that marred the beauty of worship for so many. She pondered the inadequacies and the struggles that many faced in approaching worship with authenticity and sincerity.

"We're mostly miserable, with sad songs and pathetic voices," she reflected, her voice tinged with a touch of sadness. "But nothing in the Psalms, even if sad or angry or joyful, is ever without engaging the Heart. The invitation is for us to enter His Courts, but where is that? How do we get through the Gate? It starts with praise and thanksgiving."

With these poignant insights weighing heavily on her heart, Sarah was determined to delve deeper into the essence of worship, to uncover the profound mysteries that lay within the dance of love within the Trinity.

"We must learn to approach worship with a sense of surrender and abandon," she thought, a flicker of determination igniting within her. "It's not about what others may think or how we might appear. True worship is about becoming one with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, unbound by constraints and unyielding in our devotion."

Amidst the resplendent beauty of the forest and the sacred melodies of worship, Sarah recognized the transformative power that lay within the genuine and heartfelt expressions of adoration. With each step, she vowed to embrace the true essence of worship, to dance before the Lord with all her might, and to bask in the full measure of joy that only He could bestow upon those who sought Him with their whole hearts.