How can you incorporate Paul's example in Ephesians 3:14 into daily worship? Pattern in Paul’s Worship “For this reason I bow my knees before the Father” (Ephesians 3:14) Respond with Whole-Person Bowing • Kneel during personal devotions; the body reinforces the heart’s humility • Pause to bow the head before meals or meetings, silently acknowledging the Lord • End the day on your knees, surrendering victories and failures alike Center on God’s Fatherhood • Address God as “Father,” echoing Romans 8:15 and Ephesians 3:14–15 • Thank Him for adoption through Christ (Galatians 4:4-7) • Let every act of worship flow from the security of being His child Intercede for the Family of Faith • Follow Paul’s pattern in Ephesians 3:16-19—pray that brothers and sisters – receive inner strength by the Spirit – know Christ’s dwelling presence – grasp the breadth of His love • Name churches, missionaries, and local believers, remembering “every family in heaven and on earth” (v. 15) Anchor in Gospel Confidence • Recall Ephesians 3:12: “In Him and through faith in Him we may enter God’s presence with boldness and confidence.” • Approach worship boldly, not timidly, because access rests on Christ’s finished work Let Doctrine Fuel Adoration • Meditate on the unsearchable riches of Christ (Ephesians 3:8) • Allow deep truths to stir affection, turning study into praise Expect Overflowing Praise • Close worship echoing Ephesians 3:20-21, praising the God “who is able to do immeasurably more” • Anticipate His power to exceed requests, leading to spontaneous doxology Sample Daily Rhythm Inspired by Ephesians 3:14 Morning – Kneel, declare dependence on the Father, and pray Paul’s petitions for your day Midday – Brief head-bow, thank the Father for access, and intercede for someone specific Evening – Kneel again, recount God’s faithfulness, end with a doxology from verses 20-21 By weaving physical kneeling, child-like trust, intercessory focus, gospel confidence, and expectant praise into each segment of the day, Paul’s example becomes a living pattern of daily worship. |