Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise—the fruit of lips that confess his name. And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.  Hebrews 13:15-16

What is worship? Worship is a 24/7 deal. Everything we do, whether it’s work, talking with our spouse, driving, shopping, reading or even taking a coffee break, it should all be done as an act of worship to God. But we try to compartmentalize our lives, don’t we?   When we are with one group, we appear to be standing under God’s authoritative umbrella. But when we change groups, we may also change our behavior and step out from under God’s authority. And instead of praising Him and sharing what He is doing in our life, we put Him in a box and tuck Him away. We try to justify our actions by claiming political correctness or not wanting to lose our social status. But what we’re really doing is fragmenting our lives.  Whether we realize it or not, we are wired for worship. We were created with this attribute so we could offer it freely to God. But who or what is getting our praise and worship instead?  Worship is an all encompassing thing. And when we understand God’s authority structure in our lives, we understand that by submitting to Him, we’re glorifying, pleasing and reflecting the very nature and character of God—we’re worshiping Him.

Dear God, I typically don’t think about worshiping You unless I’m going to church on the weekend. Please help me to worship You 24/7 by praising You continually and honoring You in all that I do and say. I want to be in the right chain of command so that I can experience the joy of always being right where You want me to be. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.