This passage offers Solomon’s wisdom on how to approach God in true worship. He warns against treating God’s presence with casual disregard, reminding us to “guard our steps” and come before Him with reverence and humility. Genuine worship is not about impressing others with words or making promises to God we have no intention of keeping. Vows made lightly, or broken, dishonor Him. Solomon also cautions against demanding our own dreams instead of surrendering to God’s desires, teaching that worship becomes empty when it is self-centered. True worshipers listen, obey, and exalt God with sincerity, recognizing that He is in heaven and we are on earth. Ultimately, worship is not about reminding God of what we want but about reminding ourselves that He is all we truly need.
Some Warnings About Worship
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