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DEFINING THE CONCEPT OF WORSHIP Worship is defined as “the feeling or expression of reverence and adoration; devotion” (Oxford English Dictionary). One of the Greek words translated “worship” in the New Testament suggests the idea of “prostrating oneself in homage (do reverence to, adore)” (Strongs 1,190). Another Greek word for worship means “to revere, i.e., adore” (Ibid.). Scholars render the Hebrew and Greek words for “worship” variously as “to bow down, do obeisance,” “to be reverential, pious,” and “to kiss…

I WANT TO BE LIKE JESUS! Several years ago the slogan WWJD – What Would Jesus Do? – became popular, especially among young people. The acronym was featured prominently on jewelry, bumper stickers, and on the Internet. While I share the skepticism voiced by many about the appropriateness of the public displays, and the motives of some people in displaying them, I also applaud the sincere desire to be motivated by the example of Jesus in making decisions. The New Testament is…