Religious Studies - 6 - Christianity - Practices - 195 - The nature and importance of worship Flashcards
What is at the heart of Jesus’ lifestyle?
Prayer
Christians believe prayer is an essential part of their faith.
According to John 4:23, how should true worshippers worship God?
In the Spirit and in truth
This indicates that worship should not be superficial.
What does worship involve?
Prayer
List the most important types of prayer.
- Adoration
- Confessional
- Contemplation
- Penitential
- Praise
- Thanksgiving
- Supplication
Each type serves a unique purpose in the communication with God.
What is adoration?
deep love and respect for God
What is confessional?
statement of faith through prayer
What is contemplation?
meditation
What is penitential?
saying sorry
What is praise?
giving praise, which may include singing hymns
What is thanksgiving?
saying thanks
What is supplication?
asking for something
What is the general purpose of prayer for Christians?
To communicate with God
What principle from the Reformation pertains to individual prayer?
Each Christian is their own priest
True or False: Protestants believe they must go through a priest to reach God.
False
What role does prayer play in making faith personal?
It is a significant factor
Fill in the blank: Prayer serves a number of _______.
[purposes]
What did Jesus teach his early disciples about prayer?
To pray to God as a father
What do many people do in times of great adversity?
Say a silent prayer
