Our worship is often spontaneous and may be different from what you have experienced in the past. However, we believe you will find it spiritually refreshing and scripturally sound. Hopefully the following questions and answers will help you join in with us as you understand, and are ready. (All scripture is from the NIV Bible)
Why should we worship the Lord?
Isaiah 43:21 – ” … the people I formed for myself that they may proclaim my praise.”
John 4:23 – ” …the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks.”
Why don’t we just worship quietly in our hearts?
Psalm 105:1-2 – “Give thanks to the Lord, all on his name; make known among the nations what he has done. Sing to him, sing praise to him; tell of all his wonderful acts.
Why do we lift our hands?
The Bible tells us explicitly to “Lift up your hands in the sanctuary and praise the Lord” (Psalm 134:2). Raising our hands in worship is a biblical practice and is both a sign of surrender to God and an invitation for God to work in each one of us.
Why do we stand and sing?
Jesus declared in Matthew 18:20, “where two or three come together in my name, there I am with them.” Just as we might stand in the presence of a political dignitary, we encourage people to stand in the presence of God, if they are able.
Why do we encourage everyone at New Life Fellowship to attend Sunday School?
The people of New Life come from a variety of backgrounds and have many different needs. Our education classes are designed to recognize the needs of the congregation and the community and to meet those needs with biblical answers. Additionally, we provide systematic studies of the Bible and its principles, leading to consistent spiritual growth in the lives of participants.
Why do we have speaking in tongues and interpretation of tongues in the church?
The Apostle Paul taught that the Holy Spirit is at work among us and desires to makes His presence known. In a church service, speaking in tongues, interpretation of tongues, and other words shared are some biblical ways that the Holy Spirit manifests His active presence in the congregation (see 1 Corinthians 12:7…). Frequently the interpretation of tongues reveals a timely message from the Holy Spirit for the encouragement, instruction, or correction of the people gathered.