Bases Quote by Philip Graham Ryken
“The content of worship comes from the Bible, the goal of worship is to give praise to God, and the basis for worship is the saving work of Jesus Christ. Put more simply, true Christian worship is Word-communicat ing, God-glorifying, and Christ-confessi ng.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Purpose of Worship”, 2015
Worship centers on Scripture, glorifies God, and declares Christ’s salvation.
In simple terms: Worship is Scripture‑based, God‑glorifying, Christ‑confessing.
Key Takeaway
Focus worship on God’s Word and Christ’s work.
Themes
faith
worship
theology
Mood
reverent
contemplative
Type
theological
devotional
When to use this quote
- church services
- personal devotion
- small group study
Key Concepts
biblical literacy
Christology
spiritual formation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your worship reflect Scripture?
- In what ways do you glorify God daily?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on ritual can dilute meaning.
