Worship/prayer

• What are the two main forms of worship mentioned?

  Private Worship and Public Worship
• What is the nature of private worship?

  It is individual and personal
• What does the quote "When you pray go into your room..." emphasize about private worship?

  It emphasizes personal connection with God
• What is the significance of public worship?

  It is important to be part of a community
• What does the quote "When two or three are gathered together..." signify?

  God is present in community worship
• What are the two types of worship styles mentioned?

  • Liturgical
  • Non-Liturgical
• What are the characteristics of liturgical worship?

  • Set pattern to the service
  • Readings from the Bible
  • Set prayers
• What are the characteristics of non-liturgical worship?

  • Changes from week to week
  • Set around themes
  • Includes different prayers and readings
• Which denominations are associated with liturgical worship?

  Roman Catholic and Orthodox
• Which denominations are associated with non-liturgical worship?

  Baptist and Methodist
• What is the focus of informal worship?

  Focus on individual prayer
• What is personal prayer in silence associated with?

  Quaker worship
• What does spirit-inspired worship refer to?

  Evangelical worship style
• What are the benefits of traditional/ritualistic worship?

  • Provides familiarity
  • Connects to old traditions
• What are the benefits of modern worship?

  • Creates a happy environment
  • Promotes personal connection with God
• What is a set prayer?

  A common prayer throughout the denomination
• What is the purpose of repeating a set prayer?

  To meditate while chanting
• How do some Christians use rhythmic breathing with set prayers?

  Inhale during the first part, exhale during the second
• What type of prayer is most common during informal worship?

  Extemporary prayers
• Why do many Christians prefer informal prayer?

  It feels more heartfelt and personal
• What are the differences between set prayer and informal prayer?

  • Set prayer: Common, repeated, structured
  • Informal prayer: Personal, spontaneous, heartfelt