At narinig kong umaawit ang mga nilikhang nasa langit, nasa lupa, nasa ilalim ng lupa at nasa dagat, lahat ng mga naroroon, “Ibigay sa nakaupo sa trono, at sa Kordero, ang papuri at karangalan, kaluwalhatian at kapangyarihan, magpakailanman!”

Pahayag 5:13

Narinig mo na ba ang phrase na “worship is a lifestyle”? Do you think that you are able to apply this in your own life? First, let’s define the meaning of worship.

Worship as a noun means (1) the feeling or expression of reverence and adoration for a deity; or (2) the acts or rites that make up a formal expression of reverence for a deity; a religious ceremony or ceremonies.

Worship as a verb naman means (1) to treat (someone or something) with the reverence and adoration appropriate to a deity; or (2) take part in a religious ceremony.

Whether as a noun or a verb, worship is an expression of highest respect, honor, and praise. Singing hymns and songs dedicated to our God is just one form of worship and it goes beyond this form. Ang buhay ng isang mananampalataya ay buhay ng pagsamba sa ating Diyos.

Paano ba natin Siya iwo-worship? Here are some practical ways: (1) Treat your body as the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 3:16-17). Avoid indulging in vices, having addictions, or engaging in sexual immorality. Eat right and follow other healthy habits. (2) Pray. Talk to God constantly. (3) Spend time with other Christians. As 1 John 1:7 says, “But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another …” So even fellowship is a form of worship.

We do these things for Him and it’s just right that whatever we say and do points to Him. Iyan ang true meaning ng pagkakaroon ng worshipful life.