The cemetery is an open space among the ruins, covered in winter with violets and daisies. It might make one in love with death, to think that one should be buried in so sweet a place.
Percy Bysshe ShelleyRead
The Church is the Church in her worship. Worship is not an optional extra, but is of the very life and essence of the Church. ...Man is never more truly man than when he worships God. He rises to all the heights of human dignity when he worships God, and all God's purpose in Creation and in Redemption are fulfilled in us as together in worship we are renewed in and through Christ, and in the name of Christ we glorify God.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Worship is essential to the Church and humanity, revealing our true dignity and purpose.
This quote emphasizes the centrality of worship within the Church and its vital role in defining both the Church's essence and human dignity. According to Torrance, true humanity is realized in the act of worship, where individuals connect with God, fulfilling their purpose in Creation and Redemption. Therefore, worship is not merely an additional activity but rather the foundation of the Church's life and the means through which believers are renewed and glorify God.
Themes
WorshipChurchHuman DignityCreationRedemption
In practice
Example use cases
A pastor might use this quote in a sermon to underline the importance of worship in church gatherings.
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