Does Our Worship Change Us?

O. T. #1946  "Does Our Worship Change Us?"

May 21, 2021

Ezekiel 46

LET IT GLOW

Let all those that seek Thee rejoice and be glad in Thee: and let such as love Thy salvation say continually, Let God be magnified. But I am poor and needy: make haste unto me, O God: Thou art my help and my deliverer; O LORD, make no tarrying. (Psalm 70:4-5)

In Psalm 70, David asks God to help him and provide a rapid rescue from those who wish him harm. (verses 1- 2) Also, David acknowledges himself as poor and needy, desperately in need of the one and only deliverer. (verse 5) He asks that his enemies would be humiliated and retreat in shame. (verses 2-3) David cares about the glorification of God and edification of the saints. Those who know and have experienced the greatness of God should declare, God is great! (verse 4)

 Our sovereign God is able to cause malice directed at you to return on your adversary's head. But David wasn't only concerned about himself. He wanted all who seek the Lord and love His salvation to magnify Him. [Resource: The Tony Evans Bible Commentary]

David admitted he was poor (humble; afflicted; depressed, in mind and circumstances) and needy (of want; destitute; beggar). Yet, he challenged us who love Jesus to say, "Let God be magnified (lifted up; excellent; boast).

Before and after David was made king of Israel, he had enemies who sought to hill him. However, even during those times, David continued to lift up and praise God. Oh that we could be that strong in faith.

LET IT GROW

Folks, the more I study this book of prophesy, the more I realize my inadequacy. Great men of God and commentators can say things so much better than I can. Thank you for continuing with me in this study. Hang on, we have almost completed it.

We continue to learn about the worship methods to be used during the Millennial reign of Christ Jesus:

• The Inner Court Eastern Gate of the New Temple will remain closed during the six days of work, but on the Sabbath it will be opened, and on the day of the new moon. This inner court was reserved exclusively for the priests and Levites. (verse 1)
• The prince made the offerings, not only for the major festivals, but also for the new moons and Sabbath. (verse 2) He worshiped at the post, porch, the threshold of the gate as a door-keeper. He was an example for the people, worshiping God with reverence and godly fear, unworthy to approach Him.
• The people would go in through the northern gate and out through the southern gate. (verse 9) This provided time for meditation, having to go a great distance around the sanctuary. Some say we are to be still pressing forward (Phil. 3:13), to not go back as we came, but have a changed heart, more holy, heavenly, and spiritual after worshiping God.
• The prince and servants, rich and poor alike are allowed to worship God together. God honors those who honor Him.

The ground is equal at the foot of the cross for sinners and saved alike. We come humbly to the One who humbled Himself to be God's servant. God looks upon the heart. No matter our status in this life, mercy is available to all. Does our worship result in a changed heart?

LET IT GO

My God is still the same.

His faithfulness and loving kindness never changes.

Jesus have mercy on my soul, for I am a sinner in need of a Savior this day.

I will magnify You today, for only Jesus is worthy of worship and praise.