Encountering God #2 - Through Worship and Prayer

Encountering God #2 - Through Worship and Prayer

From Encounter - Sundays by Encounter Church, Mission Viejo

May 24, 2026 · 26 min

About this episode

This episode explores the themes of worship and prayer, emphasizing sincerity, gratitude, and the desire to encounter God.

Together Group Questions Read John 4:23-24. Jesus said that true worshipers would worship “in Spirit and truth.” What does it specifically look like to worship God with sincerity and biblical truth? Which is easier/ harder for you: to worship God with your head and knowledge (knowing who He is)... OR worshiping God with your heart and emotions (a passionate response to who He is)? How do we “hunger” for God? Have each person in the group share a way or two of how we can hunger for God in our every day life. Also, share one habit you can do to increase your desire for God’s presence this week? According to Psalm 100:4, we are to enter our worship time with thanksgiving and praise. Why do you think these 2 things are so necessary as a starting point in prayer and worship? How can gratitude change your attitude? Read Mark 1:35. What stands out to you about Jesus’ example of making time to pray? No matter what your prayer life looks like right now, if you could add just five minutes a day more to pray, when would those 5 minutes a day be? And where would they be? (Describe your exact time and setting you would choose) Read Romans 12:1. What are some everyday ways we can “offer…

People in this episode

Host: Encounter Church

Topics covered

  • worship
  • prayer
  • spiritual growth
  • hunger for God
  • thanksgiving
  • surrender

Keywords

  • worship
  • prayer
  • spirituality
  • thanksgiving
  • surrender
  • hunger for God
  • Bible verses

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Encountering God #2 - Through Worship and Prayer, Psalm 100:4, Mark 1:35, Romans 12:1

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