Demystifying Praise and Worship

The Msafiri podcast welcomes a special guest, Ruben Kigame, a teacher, Bible scholar, musician, worship leader, and justice advocate from Kenya. The conversation revolves around the true meaning of praise and worship in the Christian faith. Ruben Kigame explains that worship involves total devotion and submission to God, while praise is about speaking highly of God's attributes and works. He challenges the traditional categorization of worship and praise based on the tempo of songs, emphasizing that both can be fast or slow. The discussion also critiques the performance-oriented culture in church music ministries and calls for sincere, heartfelt worship. The conversation extends to the necessity of justice and righteousness in true worship, citing biblical passages that call for societal justice and heartfelt devotion to God. The podcast encourages listeners to reconsider how they define and practice praise and worship, advocating for a more genuine and inclusive approach.