We are in a struggle

[Richard OFfill]

“These days we are in a struggle about how much we should let our culture influence the way we conduct our worship services. If we come to church to worship ourselves or to feel good about ourselves, then it makes no difference in how we worship.

“But if the worship service is to be directed toward a Holy God and be pleasing to Him, then we must forget about our culture and start learning about His. The act of worship was never meant to be something that brings God down to our level, but rather something that would lift us up to His.”

[newbie]

amen 

[Raven]

“The act of worship was never meant to be something that brings God down to our level, but rather something that would lift us up to His.”

That concept has  been mostly lost sight of, even in many SDA Churches.  "User friendly" is the mantra that is broadcast from many pulpits.  "All are welcome," but not all can be members.  As with any organization, there are standards for membership.