Worship Seasons

Grace Chapel Wilsonville

In her sermon "Worship Seasons," Pastor Jen navigates the concept of contrasting seasons believers may encounter on their spiritual path. She underlines that worship extends beyond singing in the church, involving a profound bond with God that manifests in diverse forms. Drawing from her personal journey, Pastor Jen demonstrates that one's unique expressions of worship can thrive outside conventional religious settings. Expounding on the idea of worship seasons, Pastor Jen deciphers it using the life of King David in the book of Samuel. Each season, marked by distinct emotions and circumstances, provides both hurdles and opportunities to fortify faith. In the desert season, where hardships are prevalent, believers are urged to remain steadfast in their faith, undeterred by obstacles such as feelings of failure. When in the season of delight, generosity, humility, and dependency toward God are paramount. However, the season of distance, characterized by a seeming disconnection with God despite blessings, calls for a steady faith. Here, believers must trust in God's presence even when it's not immediately perceptible. Confronting despair and loss in the season of darkness, Pastor Jen encourages believers to retain a raw faith that embraces sorrow while remaining grounded in the essence of God. In practical aspect of the sermon, the congregation gets an opportunity to pen their psalms, reflecting on their worship experiences in each season. This segment culminates in a communal worship session, encompassing various personal modes of worship. Significantly, Pastor Jen ends the sermon reminding believers that the ultimate goal of worship, regardless of the season or circumstance, is to glorify God and express gratitude for His unfailing presence and unwavering faithfulness.