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In his "Disciplines of a Godly Man" R. Kent Hughes includes a chapter on the discipline of worship. Here he gives a helpful list for preparing ourselves to gather with the church. 

On Saturday

  • I have asked Christ to make me sensitive tomorrow to needs of people in the body who are hurting.
  • I have solved the “Sunday clothes hassle” by making sure that what I will wear is ready today.
  • I have spent time in confession so all will be right between myself and my Lord when we meet tomorrow.
  • I have determined to get to bed early so I will be refreshed and ready for church tomorrow.
  • I have planned on sustaining the delight of this time with Christ and his people by guarding against Sunday afternoon infringements.

On Sunday

  • I have gotten up in plenty of time so I will not feel rushed.
  • I have programmed my morning so I will not just arrive at church on time, but get there early.
  • I have eaten a good breakfast, so an empty stomach will not detract from my worship.
  • I have my Bible in hand plus a pen and paper for taking notes.
  • I have left for church with a great sense of expectancy because I know Christ will be there.

Other chapters in the book:

Part 1: Introduction 

  1. Discipline for Godliness

Part 2: Relationships 

  1. Discipline of Purity
  2. Discipline of Marriage
  3. Discipline of Fatherhood
  4. Discipline of Friendship

Part 3: Soul

  1. Discipline of Mind
  2. Discipline of Devotion
  3. Discipline of Prayer
  4. Discipline of Worship

Part 4: Character

  1. Discipline of Integrity
  2. Discipline of Tongue
  3. Discipline of Work
  4. Discipline of Perseverance

Part 5: Ministry

  1. Discipline of Church
  2. Discipline of Leadership
  3. Discipline of Giving
  4. Discipline of Witness
  5. Discipline of Ministry

Part 6: Discipline

  1. Grace of Discipline

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