1Co14

When we gather as a church, do we experience the presence of God? If not, is that because of our church or us?

I was struck by vs. 25 in today's chapter. It says (in relationship to someone attending a worship gathering), "The secrets of his heart will be revealed, and as a result he will fall facedown and worship God, proclaiming, "God is really among you.""

This should be the response of unbelievers who visit our worship gatherings. But is it? I would say, too often not. But why? Is it because the music in not good? Is it because the pastor didn't give a great message? Look at the text.

God is experienced in worship when the worshipers are fully engaged and have "brought something to share with the others"! When worshipers come prepared to give and edify each other, those who are visiting will experience Christ.

Don't just attend worship gatherings. Prepare to be a worshipper. Go to give and build up each other. It is in this context that we will experience Christ.