Faith or feeling? Rational or irrational? Objective or Subjective? Intellectual or Emotional? What would it be like if we removed emotion from Worship? Can we truly worship if we have a faith that is purely rational, intellectual?
We've been taught to be extremely guarded about our emotions because we think that we cannot trust emotion as much as our intellect. We're worried about appearing overly emotional. But can you really remove emotions from yourself? We can perhaps cut off a part of our physical body, but think of the harm it would cause us. Imagine what happens when we try to separate our emotions from our intellect, our heart from our mind. It's not meant to be done and it causes problems.
Two scriptures to think about: 1 Cor. 14:27-28 shows us that what takes place during worship should be able to be understood by everyone participating. There is some study involved, and it should benefit the believers mutually. 2 Sam. 6:14-22 contrasts the previous picture of worship with one that appears to be overly emotional and irrational (the king dancing in an undignified manner). David was not dressed or acting as the people thought the king should act, but he did not care about being embarrassed because he knew who his real audience was.
How do you juggle the way your mind thinks and the way your heart feels during worship?
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