138 Defining Our Terms, Part One

On this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Pastor Jeff Cranston and Tiffany Coker dive into the topic of worship, exploring what it means to truly worship God and how it extends beyond just singing on Sunday mornings. They discuss the concept of liturgy and why scripture doesn't prescribe a specific way to worship. They also introduce their new partner, Columbia International University, which has been educating students with a biblical worldview for 100 years. Listen in to learn about the significance of preaching, offering contributions, praying, and singing as acts of glorifying God, and discover how true worshipers worship Him in spirit and truth, not just during a service, but anytime and anywhere. 

[00:01 – 05:02] Opening Segment 

• The goal of Kitchen Table Theology is to make theological concepts accessible and applicable to everyday life. 
• The purpose of theology is to deepen one's understanding and love for Jesus. 
• Kitchen Table Theology is excited to announce a partnership with Columbia International University 

[05:03 – 13:32] Exploring the Meaning of Worship 

• Liturgy refers to a church's custom of public worship, including the order and ingredients of a worship service 
• Worship is the act of praising and offering something of worth to God, and should not be limited to just singing 
• True worship is done in both spirit and truth, meaning it comes from a genuine and heartfelt connection with God 
• Worship should not be reduced to a mere performance or tradition, but rather a transformative and meaningful experience that changes the worshipper 

[13:33] The Importance of Preaching in Worship 

• Worship should be lived out every moment of every day, not just on Sundays 
• Preaching is a vital part of worship as it allows us to hear from God through his word. 
• The singing and preaching of worship go hand in hand, as singing prepares our hearts to hear the word of God 
• The preaching of the word is a means of grace that nourishes and builds the congregation, and brings people to repentance and faith 

Quotes: 

“True worship can only take place when the spirit of truth is pointing us back to the person of Jesus who is the truth” - Pastor Jeff Cranston 

“We defined that liturgy and the actual word worship that it is more than just singing on Sunday mornings. It is a part of our daily life.” - Tiffany Coker 

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