Inspired by Steve's sermon

As Isaiah did in chapter 6, we come to worship not for ourselves, but to fellowship in the presence of the Lord of Hosts. Church service is not for us, for us to get something out of. We are here to worship and through that we will be blessed.

The word "worship" used in the New Testament implies a physical act. It is not enough for us to just be here. We must actively participate and engage our minds. Then we are worshipping in Spirit.

We come to service to encourage one another. Hebrews 10:23-25. To stimulate one another, we must move them to action, to do what we are convicted to do.

"They were continually devoting themselves..." (Acts 2:42) literally, constantly attending all exercises. The early church was there for each other at all times, taking every opportunity to serve one another.