“The whole you needs worship—and the part of you that will live forever needs it most,” wrote Robert McIntyre. Nehemiah chapter 12 describes the worship of God’s people who had gathered to dedicate the newly rebuilt walls of Jerusalem. This week and next week we will eavesdrop on their worship service and discover how we should worship when we assemble together.

I. Their Worship Was Biblical (v. 24)

II. Their Worship Was Vocal (vv. 27-30, 43)

III. Their Worship Was Musical (vv. 27b, 35-36, 41)

IV. Their Worship Was Joyful (vv. 27, 43)

Talk with God: Ask the Lord to reveal anything in your heart that’s holding you back from authentic worship and a deeper relationship with Him.

Talk with others: Share your favorite worship album or playlist with your Connect Group or a believing friend or family member this week.

Talk with kids: How is Jesus better than the judges in the story?