What is worship?

 

Would you be surprised to know that it doesn’t necessarily have anything to do with music or singing? It can, but the main thrust of worship is revealed below ...

In ancient Greek culture, proskuneo referred to showing devotion and reverence to God in worship. We bow, kneel, draw near, or even kiss the hand and foot of the one you highly love and honor. The word "worship" originates from the Old English word "weorthscipe," which means "worthiness" or "worth-ship."  This etymology* indicates that worship, at its core, is about attributing value or worth to something, particularly a deity or divine figure. 

 

Worthy or Worth - The root meaning focuses on the concept of something being valuable, deserving of respect, or possessing inherent worth. The word "worship" evolved to signify the act of showing or demonstrating this worth through various actions and rituals. 

            In the Bible, words like shachah (Hebrew) and proskuneo (Greek) are often translated as "worship," but they carry the idea of bowing down, prostrating oneself, or showing deep reverence, reflecting the act of attributing worth to God.

            So this is how you worship God in all situations. You keep Him at the forefront of your life and your life decisions. You think of Him with respect and reverence. 

            Until next time, walk with the King & be a blessing.

In His Name & for His Glory,

RL Keller

Bread of Life Ministries

*Etymology is the study of the history of words, their origins, and how their form and meaning have changed over time