Even in a Commercial Setting
Worship will always be personal, even when the setting feels professional. We can gather in sanctuaries filled with lights, cameras, and well-rehearsed sets—but none of it replaces the heart behind worship. Worship was never meant to be a performance; it’s a posture. It’s not about perfection in sound—it’s about sincerity in spirit.
When relationship drives worship, atmosphere becomes secondary. You can sing off-key and still move Heaven if your heart is right. You can raise your hands in a quiet room or lift your voice in a crowded service—either way, God hears the one who’s reaching for Him, not just the one who’s impressive.
The psalmist wrote, “The sacrifice pleasing to God is a broken spirit. You will not despise a broken and humbled heart, God.” (Psalm 51:17, CSB). David understood something we often forget: worship that costs nothing, changes nothing. True worship flows out of relationship—one that’s been tested, stretched, and yet still stands in awe of who God is.
Even in modern worship culture—where excellence is often equated with anointing—there’s something sacred about the personal exchange between you and God. When you’ve been through something and God met you there, your song carries a weight no microphone can amplify. Worship becomes less about melody and more about memory—remembering where He found you and how He kept you.
So whether you’re standing in a crowd or sitting alone, never let the setting make you forget the Source. Worship will always be personal because it’s always about His relationship with you.
District Elder & Pastor Harold Robertson, Jr. is a seasoned IT Professional and spiritual leader who bridges technology and faith to drive innovation in schools, churches, and communities. With certifications in ITIL, Google Workspace, AI, and church administration, he empowers organizations to thrive through strategic tech integration and leadership.
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Pastor Harold Robertson, Jr.
District Elder & Pastor Harold Robertson, Jr. is a seasoned IT Professional and spiritual leader who bridges technology and faith to drive innovation in schools, churches, and communities. With certifications in ITIL, Google Workspace, AI, and church administration, he empowers organizations to thrive through strategic tech integration and leadership.
