Physical Expressiveness Part 2: What the Bible Says

The way we think about physical expression in our Sunday gatherings is often shaped more by culture, tradition, preference, or temperament than the Word of God. In this episode, part 2 of 3, Bob and David look at what the Bible says about physical expressiveness in congregational worship and respond to each of the concerns expressed in the first episode. And buckle up - this is a long one.

Scriptures (ESV) and resources referenced in this episode:

Genesis 2:7
Romans 12:1
Philippians 1:20 & 3:20-21
Exodus 12:27
Job 1:20
Nehemiah 8:5–6 & 9
Psalm 47:1
Ephesians 5:19
Psalm 95:6
Psalm 134:2
Revelation 15:2
Psalm 149:3
Psalm 22:23
Psalm 16:9
Revelation 19:4

“The inward attitude certainly holds first place in prayer, but outward signs, kneeling, uncovering the head, lifting up the hands, have a twofold use. The first is that we may employ all our members for the glory and worship of God; secondly, that we are, so to speak, jolted out of our laziness by this help. There is also a third use in solemn and public prayer, because in this way the sons of God profess their piety, and they inflame each other with reverence of God. But just as the lifting up of the hands is a symbol of confidence and longing, so in order to show our humility, we fall down on our knees.” (John Calvin, commentary on Acts 20:36)

Hebrews 12:28
Psalm 71:23
Psalm 108:1–2
1 Corinthians 14:12 & 26

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