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The Role of Scripture in the Worship Service

This sermon explores the biblical foundation for incorporating Scripture reading and preaching as central elements of worship services. Drawing from 1 Timothy 4:13, the pastor emphasizes that Paul instructed Timothy to devote himself to the public reading of Scripture, preaching, and teaching. The message challenges the false division between 'worship' (often equated with music) and other service elements, arguing that Scripture reading and preaching are equally acts of worship. Using historical evidence from Justin Martyr's 155 AD account of early church gatherings, the sermon demonstrates that Scripture has always been central to Christian worship. The pastor provides practical considerations for both Scripture reading and preaching, emphasizing that both must be done with intentionality, care, and proper preparation. The sermon concludes with a crucial warning that all Scripture reading and preaching must ultimately point to Christ, as the Bible's primary purpose is to reveal the person and work of Jesus.