Thought to share? Send me a text...

Why does worship sometimes feel empty?

In Book of Nehemiah chapter 8, the people of Israel experience something powerful—true, joyful worship. But it doesn’t begin with music, singing, or even celebration.

It begins with God’s Word.

As the people gather during the Jewish feast known as Rosh Hashanah, they listen to the Law for hours. The Word convicts their hearts, leads them to repentance, and ultimately fills them with joy.

And only then does worship overflow.

In this episode of Moments to Ponder, Betsy explores what this moment teaches us about worship today—and why many churches may be missing the very thing that brings worship to life.

You’ll also hear reflections from:
 • a mission trip in Mexico
 • a worship night that looked like a failure—but wasn’t
 • the revival at Asbury University in 2023

Each story points to the same truth:

Worship is not the beginning.
 It’s the response.

If you’ve ever wondered why worship can feel dry—or how it can come alive again—this episode will encourage you to prepare your heart before you ever walk into church.

Take a few moments in God’s Word…
 and discover the joy that leads to real worship.

To find out more about me, or to book a speaking engagement, head to
https://betsymarvin.com/

For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head to
https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/

You can follow me on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/betsyjmarvin/
and Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/betsy.marvin.98