John Mark Comer Teachings Singing Prayer (ft. Alex Rettman) | Prayer E5
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Feb 23, 2026 Alex Rettman, former pastor and worship leader, explores sung prayer and worship as transformative practice. He explains how singing changes us as we behold God, how costly praise moves God's heart, and how worship can shift circumstances and partner with God in spiritual battle. Practical prompts include pausing in Selah, singing new songs, and declaring blessing over places.
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Praise Completes Our Enjoyment Of God
- Worship consummates delight by expressing what we already enjoy and thereby deepens belief and awe.
- Alex quotes C.S. Lewis and explains praise completes enjoyment, like telling a spouse they're beautiful deepens the delight.
Pause In Worship And Ask What God Wants
- In worship gatherings, pause and reflect instead of rushing to your own ideas of change.
- Alex recommends 'Selah' moments: stop, behold God's glory, then ask where He wants you to change next.
David Chose Costly Worship Over Free Gifts
- King David instituted 24/7 worship and prioritized costly heart offerings over easy gifts.
- Alex cites David refusing a free altar because 'I will not give to God an offering that costs me nothing.'