In this sermon, Scott Aniol examines the theological basis and scriptural precedence for the physical gestures prescribed in the act of corporate worship, particularly emphasizing their formative purpose. Drawing primarily from Psalm 95, Scott Aniol articulates that worship extends beyond emotional expression and engages the body in a structured, communal experience that reflects the holistic nature of human beings made in God’s image. The sermon critiques contemporary worship practices influenced by Pentecostalism, offering a deeper understanding of how gestures such as standing, kneeling, and raising hands are integrally designed to shape the worshiper’s heart and mind toward reverence, humility, and dependence on God. Training Our Hearts to Love Worship The God of Light Judges with Darkness
