Christ-Centered Corporate Worship

First Irving Sermons

Main Idea: Christ-centered corporate worship is commanded by God as a means of grace to preserve and strengthen the faith of Christians who await their Savior. 1. The Access to Corporate Worship (vv. 19-21) 2. The Goal of Corporate Worship (vv. 22-25) - Communion with God (v. 22 “let us draw near…”) - Endurance of faith (v. 23 “let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering”) - Edification of saints (v. 24 “let us consider how to stir up one another…”) - Dress rehearsal (v. 25 “...the Day drawing near.”) Takeaways: 1. Come to Christ! [For Christians] 2. Come to Corporate Worship Confidently! 3. Come to Corporate Worship Expectantly! a. He delights to reveal Himself to us powerfully as we draw near to Him by faith. b. He intends to keep all of His promises to us as we hold firm our confession c. He designs and empowers every member around you to encourage you and “stir up” your faith. d. He will come again to get his prepared Bride (Rev. 19:7). Every Sunday, this Day is on our minds with great joy!