Dance Like David: Moving from Passive to Participatory Worship

Sarah Benibo
In Scripture, we don’t read about a people merely thinking about God. We read about a people physically interacting with Him: offering sacrifices, dancing in celebration, and crying out in dependence. Worship has never just been a spiritual experience; it has always been embodied. In this session, we’ll explore how practices like standing, singing, lifting hands, bowing, and dancing not only express our worship but also form us and how to thoughtfully lead others into a fuller, more embodied response.

Key Takeaways

Understand the why behind bodily engagement in worship
Gain practical methods for teaching embodied worship in ways that feel accessible, not intimidating
Learn how to empower your congregation to engage in worship with freedom, not just out of obligation or routine