How to Worship God

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Eric Otchere I http://www.livingourbible.com I Thursday 28th August 2025

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Introduction
Worship is not about personal preferences, cultural trends, or man-made traditions. True worship is about honoring God in the way He has instructed.

In Deuteronomy 12, Moses reminds Israel that their worship must be pure, exclusive, and aligned with God’s Word.

To worship God correctly is to reject false practices, embrace His commands, and remain wholly devoted to Him alone. If we truly desire to honor God, we must learn to worship Him His way—not ours.

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1. Be Careful to Observe God’s Commands (Deuteronomy 12:1)

Worship begins with obedience. Moses told Israel that worship was not a matter of choice but a matter of command. God had already established how He was to be approached, and His people were to obey.

Scripture: “These are the decrees and laws you must be careful to follow in the land that the Lord… is giving you.” (Deuteronomy 12:1 NIV)

Today, this reminds us that worship cannot be self-designed. True worship is built on Scripture, not convenience or culture. Our worship should reflect God’s holiness and truth.

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2. Destroy Foreign Worship Completely (Deuteronomy 12:2-4)

Israel was commanded to tear down idols, destroy pagan altars, and wipe out every trace of false worship. Why? Because idolatry corrupts the heart and draws people away from God.

Scripture: “Destroy completely all the places on the high mountains, on the hills and under every spreading tree, where the nations you are dispossessing worship their gods.” (Deuteronomy 12:2 NIV)

For us, idols may not be carved statues but anything that competes for God’s place in our lives—money, relationships, fame, or possessions. True worship requires tearing down these idols so that God alone is glorified.

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3. Embrace Godly Worship Fully (Deuteronomy 12:5-28)

God instructed Israel to worship Him at the place He chose, not according to their own preferences. Their offerings, sacrifices, and celebrations were to reflect God’s order and direction.

Scripture: “You are to seek the place the Lord your God will choose… to put his Name there for his dwelling. To that place you must go.” (Deuteronomy 12:5 NIV)

This reveals that worship is not about us—it is about God. Today, we must approach God in sincerity and truth, centering our worship on Christ, who is the way to the Father (John 14:6).

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4. Avoid Worshiping False Gods (Deuteronomy 12:29-32)

Finally, Moses warned Israel not to imitate the pagan nations around them. Worship that mixes truth with falsehood leads to compromise and destruction.

Scripture: “Be careful not to be ensnared by inquiring about their gods, saying, ‘How do these nations serve their gods? We will do the same.’” (Deuteronomy 12:30 NIV)

As believers today, we must resist blending worldly practices with godly worship. God calls us to be set apart, worshiping Him in spirit and truth (John 4:23-24).

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Conclusion

Deuteronomy 12 makes it clear: God alone determines how He is to be worshiped. He does not share His glory with false gods or with idols of human invention. Worship must be pure, exclusive, and in line with His Word.

Take Action: Learn how to worship God the right way. Commit today to tearing down idols, obeying His Word, and giving Him your wholehearted devotion.

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