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What happens when a couple worships together? 

Devotional Content: 

What happens when a couple worships together? Let’s first define what that means. For Nancy and me, worshiping together can actually happen anywhere as long as we are together and our focus is on God. But let’s focus today on attending a church service together. 

Do we automatically start worshiping together when we walk into the service and sit down? Probably not, because we need to focus on what is happening and what is going to happen. The key to worshiping together is walking in with anticipation. Then as we sing the same songs, hear the same message, and pray the same prayers, we are connecting together with God. It is an experiential thing. I feel closer to God and closer to Nancy. 

We have been worshiping together for many years now, but it is always transformative — every single time. This really came into focus for me a number of years ago when Nancy was out of town and I went to church alone. I experienced the difference. Sure, I still felt God’s presence, but I missed experiencing it with her. I can’t really explain it in words, but I know it is part of that whole “two become one” mystery. I am so grateful to our God who came up with the whole idea of marriage in the first place!

Today’s One Thing: As you attend church this week, go with the anticipation of encountering God and worshiping with your spouse!