Worship, contemplation of the spiritual, must alternate with service, contact with material reality, for a balanced and fulfilling life. [1]
Worship encompasses more than just moral conduct and social service, as the adoration of the abstract beautiful and exaltation of nature are not forms of true worship of God. [2] The quality of spiritual worship defies estimation like spiritual joy, love, and moral values cannot be quantified. [3] Religion is the consciousness of universe fellowship through divine worship, transcending science, society, philosophy, and morality. [4] Adoration and worship of the Universal Father is conveyed to Father by Adjusters through the personality circuit. [5] Worshipping the Eternal Son and Infinite Spirit is also worshipping the Universal Father, as they are all equally divine and eternal. [6] The Father in heaven always accepts sincere worship, regardless of how primitive or crude the concept of Deity may be. [7] The defense of outgrown systems of worship hinders the growth and evolution of spiritual practices, impeding the advancement of true faith. [8] True worship is found in giving thanks to the Lord, as Jesus exhorted his followers to do. [9] The depth of worship is determined by the quality of creature perception, reflecting differing concepts of the purpose of religion. [10]
The evolution of religion does not depend on revelation as the human mind, guided by universal spirit bestowal, is fully capable of developing worship. [11] The worship of wealth-power results in value distortion. [12] The value of beauty in worship was emphasized by Jesus, who taught that simplicity and nature-like surroundings elicit true spiritual communion. [13] In enlightened and reflective worship, wisdom is transcended and ultimately leads to the finality of thought. [14]
Acknowledging personal relationship with Creators is the highest privilege and first duty of all created intelligences, leading to the joy and liberty of the sons of God. [15] Abiding by the Father’s will is man's choicest gift to God, the only true worship satisfying the Creator Father. [16]
True worship is the mobilization of all human powers under the evolving soul's dominance, subject to the divine directionization of the associated Thought Adjuster. [17] Worship is divinely creative, self-forgetting, and a way to anticipate and reflect spiritual significances onto life. [18] Worship is the highest insight of cosmic mind, the spiritual realization of divine fellowship and recognition of spirit values. [19]
Worship is the highest privilege and first duty, a conscious and joyous act of recognizing the intimate and personal relationships between the Creators and their creatures. [20] The key to awakening dormant spiritual powers lies in the interchange of mind of self for will of God through worship. [21]
True worship is achieved when the inner self is intent upon God, seeking forgiveness and release from wrongdoing, craving freedom from sin, and praying for comfort, protection, and love. [22] True worship involves the mobilization of the human personality’s powers under the soul’s dominance, guided by the Adjuster. [23] Worship, more essential than prayer, deepens reflective powers and illuminates destiny through communion with the divine source of reality. [24] Worship is when a part identifies with the Whole, merging the finite with the Infinite in a personal communion with the divine Father. [25]
The practice of the presence of God in group worship creates an atmosphere of communion, fostering fellowship with the divine and leading to the emergence of the brotherhood of man. [26]
All mortals indwelt by Thought Adjusters have the capacity for seeking reciprocal contact with divinity, despite the persistence of primitive fear religion. [27]
Worship is the sincere pursuit of divine values and the wholehearted love of God, leading to the personal realization of divine fellowship and eternal survival. [28]
Through a son's affectionate reciprocation of Father's love, intelligent children are joyfully led into sublime and supernal free worship of a loving, just, and merciful Father-God. [29] True worship is a spontaneous reaction to Father's personality. [30] Worship is like tuning in to universe broadcasts of the infinite spirit. [31]
It was a momentous day, just before noon, when Adam and Eve directed the people to worship Him who made us and keeps us living, as a sincere pledge to never be tempted to worship anyone but God. [32]
Animal worship, originating from the fear of natural elements, evolved among early civilizations and eventually led to sacrificial ceremonies as a form of worship. [33] Mortal man has worshiped everything imaginable, from the earth to the sky, out of fear and awe of natural forces beyond comprehension. [34] Fire and lightning, sacred symbols in early times, led to the custom of fire worship and the belief in passing through fire after death. [35] The worship of heavenly bodies, starting from rocks and trees, evolved to deification of sun, moon, and stars in various ancient cultures. [36] Man has not hesitated to honor himself with adoration, worshiping everything else on earth and in the heavens above. [37] Plants and trees were venerated for their intoxicating liquors, believed to render one divine, leading to early forms of nature worship. [38] The political rulers in the Roman Empire promoted the worship of self-elevated human deities, with Augustus proclaiming himself the supreme god. [39] The Kateri people of southern India and numerous tribes in northern India still worship stones and hills. [40] Primitive man worshipped the sun in all civilizations. See link about sun. Mankind has worshiped the 4 elements - earth, air, water, and fire - throughout history, with beliefs ranging from river cults to fire as a deity. [41] The guiding force in all worship is the feeling of what they feared. [42] Adam refused to accept worship, directing others to bow down only to God. [43]
The essence of Jesus' teaching was loving worship given in recognition of the loving ministry of God as the Universal Father. [44] Jesus was reverential towards others' faulty worship, standing as a model of respect even while challenging religious traditions and human beliefs. [45] True worship, as taught by Jesus, transforms the worshiper to become more like the being worshiped. [46]
Worship brings relaxation, illumination, courage, and self-understanding, renewing the mind, inspiring the soul, enabling bravery to face problems, obliterating fear, and equipping with divine assurance to dare to be Godlike. [47] Forming worshipful habits through difficult and time-consuming practices leads to a mature personality recognized by others. [48] We worship God because he is in us, and we praise the Infinite for what he is rather than fear him for what he does. [49] Worship is for its own sake; true worship involves no self-interest, while prayer can encompass egoistic or altruistic elements. [50] Worship of the Universal Father must be voluntary, a heartfelt recognition and love freely given by intelligent will creatures. [51] Consecrated devotion ensures one will be ready to say, “Here am I; send me”, prompting them to not neglect daily worship. [52] Worship of the Most High shuns evil and forbids sin, leading to salvation for those who trust in his name. [53] Worship in spirit and in truth, for God seeks sincere worshipers who worship Him in this way. [54] Worship of nature is improper because it is a phase of the universal and divine power, marred by the rebellion and misconduct of creatures. [55]
Worship should be directed to the Universal Father only, as he is the one true God, the bestower and conservator of all personalities throughout the master universe. [56]
The purpose of group worship is to enhance fellowship, promote values, and encourage spiritual growth within a community. [57] The atmosphere of communion is the beginning of true worship, fostering fellowship with the divine and the emergence of the brotherhood of man. [58] Group prayer prevents the danger of overmuch private prayer by promoting socializing influence and preventing isolation. [59]
Reflective worship and prayer of thanksgiving offer a healthful spiritual meditation, contrasting with the dangers of mystic communion influenced by physical fatigue, fasting, anxiety, and other psychic states. [60]
After the full attainment of worship, admission to the Finaliter Corps is granted, marking the beginning of eternity service. [61]
The worship on Paradise always exceeds preparation for it, as beings of experiential ascension express accumulated emotions of ages in the presence of the Powers of Paradise. [62] The conductors of worship guide beings towards the highest joy and ultimate satisfaction of Paradise existence. [63]
Worship on Paradise is the highest joy of existence, a blissful sanctuary of divine service that intensifies and exalts self-expression and appreciation. [64]
The chiefs of assignment periodically disperse the overflow of spiritual emotions during worship on Paradise, ensuring ascendant beings attain full satisfaction before entering eternal service. [65] Worship on Paradise overwhelms even the Powers of Paradise with the accumulated emotions of beings ascending to eternal glory. [66]
The threefold fluctuation of light from Deity abode signals the fulfillment of the eternal plan through the worshipful expression of Paradise residents. [67] Those without Name and Number have superior ability in worship. [68] In the magnificent garden, the Most Highs lead all Edentia in worshipful contemplation of God the Supreme at their shrine. [69]
See also: UB 85; UB 5:3; UB 27:7.