The essence of worship

Words from John Piper: [T]he essence of worship is not external, localized acts, but an inner, Godward experience that shows itself externally not primarily in church services (though they are important) but primarily in daily expressions of allegiance to God. John Piper Brothers, We Are Not Professionals, page 228 (ebook edition)

Break thy schemes of earthly joy

A moving hymn by John Newton. I don’t think I have the guts to try to set it musically for fear of somehow losing the power of the text itself. Prayer answered by crosses I asked the Lord that I might grow In faith, and love, and every grace; Might more of his salvation know, [...]