You'll probably attend church on Sunday if you can. It comes fairly naturally to most Christians, and for good reason.
But is it conceivable that going to church to worship can be in vain? Can it all be for nothing?
Yes. Because of how we've lived over the week, the value of our worship can be diminished to zero before we even step foot inside the church.
The Lord had some harsh words in Amos 5 for individuals who tried to worship Him while carrying the burden of an unholy life with them. By worshipping fake gods, His people continually infuriated Him (v. 26). God scorned their hypocrisy when they gathered to worship the Lord with sacrifices and hymns.
God told His people in Isaiah 1 that they must stop doing evil, learn to do good, and pursue justice before they could worship Him (vv. 16–17).
What a test for us! We are to make things right by confessing our sins, asking God for forgiveness, and then serving Him. Our preparation for church is based on our relationship with God on a daily basis and our compliance with His instructions. Anything less results in worship that is wasted.
An obedient heart is the source of worship that pleases God. We come to You, O holy God, admitting all of our sins without being overcome by remorse;
We humbly ask for Your cleansing and Your blessing; we serve You, O God!
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