What God wants in our worship
By Waylon Bailey All of us want certain things when we go to the place of worship. For example, we expect to hear a well-prepared message based on the Word of God. We want everything done “decently and in order.” We want to be challenged about our ministry, conduct, and service. All of these are good things. God also wants something when we gather in His name to worship. What are those things? Based on Jeremiah’s Temple Sermon recorded in Jeremiah 7, these are the things God wants. First, God wants devotion. He expects we will worship Him only. He also expects we will worship completely. The people of Jeremiah’s day dabbled in the abominable worship of the Baal gods. They gave devotion to God but they did not worship Him exclusively. God demands our wholehearted devotion. Second, God wants obedience. The people in Jerusalem and Judah wanted the benefits of worshiping God but not the expectations of obedience toward God. Jeremiah cataloged their sins. The list was long and filled with rebellion. God asked incredulously if they would “steal, murder, and commit adultery, and swear falsely, and offer sacrifices to Baal, and walk after other gods” and then come brashly and boldly in God’s House and declare, “We … [Read more...]
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Louisiana College welcomes seven faculty members
By Norm Miller, LC News PINEVILLE, La. (LCNews) — Louisiana College adds seven faculty members from across the United States and around the globe. “These gifted academes are world-class,” said Dr. Rick Brewer, president of Louisiana College. “They have excelled in their education. They have written books and journal articles and led conferences. My interviews with each one gives me confidence that these stellar educators will significantly enhance the rich and commendable academic heritage of Louisiana College.” With global experience in conducting, teaching, and performing, Dr. Joshua Davis comes from the University of Florida with a PhD in Music Education and will serve as Director of Bands. He earned a Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction with a minor in music, as well as a Bachelor of Music Education from Tennessee Technological University. Dr. David Hill comes from Pensacola Christian College to serve as Assistant Professor of Theory and Piano. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts, Piano Performance, Pedagogy, and Literature, from James Madison University. He earned his MA and BA in Piano Performance from Pensacola Christian College. Hill has international recital experience and has won a Top Teacher Award … [Read more...]
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