Welcome to the final weekly installment of “Why We Do What We Do,†the series where we talk about common elements in Christian worship services. Last week we discussed expressions of dedication and commitment to God as part of the worship liturgy. This time we talk about the benediction — a blessing for the road.
My interview subject is Sojourn Worship Leader Lorie King, who has led worship in a many settings around the world. She completed a Master’s program in Worship from the School of Church Music and Worship at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and has been in Pastor Mike Cosper’s Sojourn worship ministry since shortly after our launch in 2000. Click “play†below to listen now, or download the episode from our podcast, Sojournmusic.com Radio, available at iTunes and other podcast directories.
In this five-minute interview:
- what is the importance of seeing our final action in corporate worship as one of “sending” rather than “dismissal”?
- the benediction is not a prayer (directed at God) but a blessing, directed at people. Why?
Hear The One Where We Talk About Expressions Of Dedication To Christ
Hear The One Where We Talk About Tithes And Offerings As Part Of Christian Worship
Hear The One Where We Talk About The Lord’s Supper
Hear The One Where We Talk About The Word Of God In Worship Services
Hear The One Where We Talk About The Passing Of The Peace
Hear The One Where We Talk About The Celebration Of Assurance
Hear The One Where We Talk About Confession And Repentance
Hear The One Where We Talk About Expressions Of Adoration And Praise
Hear The One Where We Talk About The “Call To Worshipâ€
This past Sunday was my first Sunday at Sojourn in 3 years. I had forgotten about the benediction, but loved extending my hand for this. I love it.
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