25 Inspirational Bible Verses about Worship
Worship is an important aspect of a believer's relationship with God. It is a way to express our love, adoration, and gratitude towards Him. There are numerous Bible verses about worship that speak to its importance, and how we are to approach it.
One such verse is found in John 4:23, which says, "But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him." God is seeking those who will worship Him with sincerity and authenticity.
Romans 12:1 says, "I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship." True worship involves offering ourselves fully to God, not just our words or songs. God has set us apart from the world to serve Him. When we love others, are generous with our belongings, and help those in need, we worship God the way he intended (Isaiah 58:1-12).
As believers, it is crucial that we prioritize worship in every aspect of life, approaching it with an attitude of reverence and devotion. Let us remember to worship God in spirit and truth, and offer ourselves fully to Him as living sacrifices. May our worship be a pleasing offering to Him and bring Him glory.
Bible Verses about Worship
Exodus 15:11
Who is like you, O Lord, among the gods? Who is like you, majestic in holiness, awesome in glorious deeds, doing wonders?
Deuteronomy 6:13
You shall fear the Lord your God; you shall serve him and hold fast to him, and by his name you shall swear.
1 Chronicles 16:29
Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name. Bring an offering and come into his courts.
2 Chronicles 7:3
When all the Israelites saw the fire coming down and the glorious presence of the LORD, they fell face down on the ground and worshiped.
Isaiah 58:6-7
Is not this the fast that I choose: to loose the bonds of wickedness, to undo the straps of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke? Is it not to share your bread with the hungry and bring the homeless poor into your house; when you see the naked, to cover him, and not to hide yourself from your own flesh?
Psalms about Worship
Psalm 5:7
But I, by your great love, can come into your house; in reverence I bow down toward your holy temple.
Psalm 29:2
Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name; worship the Lord in the splendor of his holiness.
Psalm 66:4
All the earth bows down to you; they sing praise to you, they sing the praises of your name.
Psalm 86:9
All the nations you have made will come and worship before you, Lord; they will bring glory to your name.
Psalm 86:12
I will praise you, Lord my God, with all my heart; I will glorify your name forever.
Psalm 95:2-3
Let us come before him with thanksgiving and extol him with music and song. For the Lord is the great God, the great King above all gods.
Psalm 95:6
Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker.
Psalm 96:9
Worship the Lord in the splendor of holiness; tremble before him, all the earth!
Psalm 99:9
Exalt the Lord our God and worship at his holy mountain, for the Lord our God is holy.
Psalm 100:2
Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.
Psalm 145:2
Every day I will bless you, and I will praise your name forever and ever.
Psalm 150:2
Praise him for his mighty acts; praise him according to his excellent greatness.
Bible Verses in the New Testament about Worship
Matthew 4:10
Then Jesus said to him, “Be gone, Satan! For it is written, You shall worship the Lord your God and him only shall you serve.”
John 4:23-24
Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in spirit and in truth.
Romans 12:1
Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship.
Colossians 3:16
Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts.
Hebrews 12:28
Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe.
Hebrews 13:15
Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise—the fruit of lips that openly profess his name.
Revelation 4:11
You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they were created and have their being.
Revelation 7:11-12
And all the angels were standing around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures, and they fell on their faces before the throne and worshiped God, saying, “Amen! Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honor and power and might be to our God forever and ever! Amen.”
A Prayer of Worship
Dear Almighty God,
We come before you to offer you our praise and worship. You are the one true God, the creator of the universe, and the source of all life. Your power and majesty are beyond measure, and we stand in awe of your greatness.
We thank you for your goodness and mercy, for the countless blessings you have given us. We thank you for your love, which is boundless and eternal. We thank you for your grace, which fills our hearts with joy and hope.
We pray that you would continue to guide us on the path that you have set for us. May your will be done in our lives, and may we serve you with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength.
We pray that your name would be lifted up and glorified in all the earth. May your kingdom come and your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
We offer you all the honor, praise, and glory that is due to your holy name. You are worthy of all our worship, and we rejoice in the privilege of coming before you in prayer.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.
