In today's all-go world, many of us do not allow ourselves to enjoy the tranquillity of the world. They have forgotten the wonders of becoming one with a still, peaceful and holy environment. Susan Sayers' book, Reflective Services, outlines 40 quiet and gentle acts that will help you achieve a greater sense of love for the Lord.
Most of the services focus on individual qualities in the God we worship, such as wisdom, compassion or refreshment; and there are also themed services for morning and evening, and for particular occasions, such as conferences and parish meetings, reconciliation and rededication. All the forms of worship provide times of extended silence, Scripture reading, hymns and spoken exchanges between leaders and participants.
The emphasis is on corporate worship, the body of Christ's people together, and creating an atmosphere that is conducive to wholehearted worship and receptivity to God. To him be the glory.
Originally published as To Worship in Stillness and Be Still.
