June 16, 2024-Bright Church Weekly

June 16, 2024

Sunday, June 16, 2024

Bible Verses of the Week
Philippians 1:12 But I would you should understand, brothers, that the things which happened to me have fallen out rather to the furtherance of the gospel.

08:30a.m. – 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir
主如明亮晨星
平安與你同行
再也無法尋找

09:00a.m. – 09:20a.m. Opening Prayer

09:20a.m. – 11:30a.m. The Message by Preacher Miao

11:30a.m. – 12:30a.m. Believers’ Sharing

12:30a.m. Closing Prayer

Bible Verses for Today’s Message
Romans 1:8 First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of throughout the whole world.
Romans 1:9 For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing I make mention of you always in my prayers;
Romans 1:10 Making request, if by any means now at length I might have a prosperous journey by the will of God to come to you.
Romans 1:11 For I long to see you, that I may impart to you some spiritual gift, to the end you may be established;
Romans 1:12 That is, that I may be comforted together with you by the mutual faith both of you and me.


Gains From the Meeting:
Brothers and sisters, do you have any new knowledge of God through today’s preaching? How will you put the Lord’s teachings into practice in your daily life?

Notice:
Brothers and sisters, please preach the gospel to your relatives and friends who haven’t believe in the Lord. Because this is the Lord’s commission and our mission.
Please maintain appropriate church hygiene. Before leaving, check your belongings, put away the Bible and hymn books, and take out the trash and throw it in the bin.
During the preaching, please turn off your cell phone or turn it on silent. Do not loiter around or speak loudly. Or you may disturb others.

Pray:
Pray for being wise virgins and hearing the voice of God in the last days, so that we can welcome the Lord, and feast with the Lamb.
Pray for spreading the gospel of the heavenly kingdom all across the world, so that those who love truths and long for God’s manifestation will be able to return to God.
Pray that all brothers and sisters can cast off the binds of their sinful nature and live in the light of God.
Pray that God is always with us and protect us to live in God’s love.

Sunday Worship
For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the middle of them.(Matthew 18:20)
Bible Study
for the letter kills, but the spirit gives life.(2 Corinthians 3:6)
Prayer Meeting
After this manner therefore pray you: Our Father which are in heaven, Hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come, Your will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For your is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.(Matthew 6:9-13)


Our Worship Services
Sunday Worship Time:Sundays 8:00 AM—12:30 AM
Bible Study Time:Tuesdays 7:00 PM—9:00 PM
Prayer Meeting Time:Thursdays 8:30 AM—10:30 AM
Basic Italian Class Time:Wednesdays 7:30 PM—9:30 PM
Hymn Training Class Time:Fridays 2:00 PM—4:00 PM


Tel:+39 388 589 7965
E-mail:it.chiesadellaluce@gmail.com
Address:VIA CAVALIERE ALBERTO 10, 20153 MILANO(MI) IT
Website: https://en.brightchurch-it.org/

June 16, 2019-Bright Church Weekly

The Church of Bright Light was a non-profit religious organization registered in Milan, Italy, in 2017. Our church is led by the Lord Jesus Christ, and comprised of all those who truly believe in God, love the truth, and accept and obey God’s work. We have various church work and church activities such as Sunday Worship, Prayer Meeting, Bible Study, Hymn Training Class, and Basic Italian Class. Through these activities, those who follow God can serve and supply each other under God’s guidance. Meanwhile, we aim to guide those who love the truth, long for righteousness, and are willing to seek and investigate the true way to come before God and gain God’s salvation and blessings.

February 09, 2025-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, February 09, 2025 Bible Verses of the Week 1 John 5:4 For whatever is born of God overcomes the world: and this is the victory that overcomes the world, even our faith. 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 齐来崇拜 天使歌唱在高天 我一生要赞美你 09:00a.m. - 09:20a.m. Opening Prayer 09:20a.m. - 11:30a.m. The Message by Preacher Wang 11:30a.m. - 12:30a.m. Believers' Sharing 12:30a.m. Closing Prayer Bible Verses for Today's Message Revelation 2:26 And he that overcomes, and keeps my works to the end, to him will I give power over the nations: Revelation 12:11 And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives to the death. Revelation 3:21 To him that overcomes will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne. Revelation 21:7 He that overcomes shall inherit all things; and I will be his God, and he shall be my son. Revelation 2:17 He that has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit said to the churches; To him that overcomes will I give to eat of the hidden manna, and will give him a white stone, and in the stone a new name written, which no man knows saving he that receives it. Revelation 3:12 To him that overcomes will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne. To him that overcomes will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, Revelation 3:21 and am set down with my Father in his throne. Gains From the Meeting: Brothers and sisters, do you have any new knowledge of God through today’s preaching? How will you put the Lord’s teachings into practice in your daily life? Notice: Brothers and sisters, please preach the gospel to your relatives and friends who haven’t believe in the Lord. Because this is the Lord’s commission and our mission. Please maintain appropriate church hygiene. Before leaving, check your belongings, put away the Bible and hymn books, and take out the trash and throw it in the bin. During the preaching, please turn off your cell phone or turn it on silent. Do not loiter around or speak loudly. Or you may disturb others. Pray: Pray for being wise virgins and hearing the voice of God in the last days, so that we can welcome the Lord, and feast with the Lamb. Pray for spreading the gospel of the heavenly kingdom all across the world, so that those who love truths and long for God’s manifestation will be able to return to God. Pray that all brothers and sisters can cast off the binds of their sinful nature and live in the light of God. Pray that God is always with us and protect us to live in God’s love. Sunday Worship For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the middle of them.(Matthew 18:20) Bible Study for the letter kills, but the spirit gives life.(2 Corinthians 3:6) Prayer Meeting After this manner therefore pray you: Our Father which are in heaven, Hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come, Your will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For your is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.(Matthew 6:9-13) Our Worship Services Sunday Worship Time:Sundays 8:00 AM—12:30 AM Bible Study Time:Tuesdays 7:00 PM—9:00 PM Prayer Meeting Time:Thursdays 8:30 AM—10:30 AM Basic Italian Class Time:Wednesdays 7:30 PM—9:30 PM Hymn Training Class Time:Fridays 2:00 PM—4:00 PM Tel:+39 388 589 7965 E-mail:it.chiesadellaluce@gmail.com Address:VIA CAVALIERE ALBERTO 10, 20153 MILANO(MI) IT Website: https://en.brightchurch-it.org/

January 04, 2026-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, January 04, 2026 Bible Verses of the Week Psalm 23:4 Yes, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for you are with me; your rod and your staff they comfort me. 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 赞美之泉 注目看耶稣 如鹿切慕溪水 09:00a.m. - 09:20a.m. Opening Prayer 09:20a.m. - 11:30a.m. The Message by Preacher Miao 11:30a.m. - 12:30a.m. Believers' Sharing 12:30a.m. Closing Prayer Bible Verses for Today's Message Psalm 23:4 Yes, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for you are with me; your rod and your staff they comfort me. Matthew 5:4 Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. 2 Corinthians 1:7 And our hope of you is steadfast, knowing, that as you are partakers of the sufferings, so shall you be also of the consolation. 1 Peter 5:7 Casting all your care on him; for he cares for you. Isaiah 41:10 Fear you not; for I am with you: be not dismayed; for I am your God: I will strengthen you; yes, I will help you; yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness. Gains From the Meeting: Brothers and sisters, do you have any new knowledge of God through today’s preaching? How will you put the Lord’s teachings into practice in your daily life? Notice: Brothers and sisters, please preach the gospel to your relatives and friends who haven’t believe in the Lord. Because this is the Lord’s commission and our mission. Please maintain appropriate church hygiene. Before leaving, check your belongings, put away the Bible and hymn books, and take out the trash and throw it in the bin. During the preaching, please turn off your cell phone or turn it on silent. Do not loiter around or speak loudly. Or you may disturb others. Pray: Pray for being wise virgins and hearing the voice of God in the last days, so that we can welcome the Lord, and feast with the Lamb. Pray for spreading the gospel of the heavenly kingdom all across the world, so that those who love truths and long for God’s manifestation will be able to return to God. Pray that all brothers and sisters can cast off the binds of their sinful nature and live in the light of God. Pray that God is always with us and protect us to live in God’s love. Sunday Worship For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the middle of them.(Matthew 18:20) Bible Study for the letter kills, but the spirit gives life.(2 Corinthians 3:6) Prayer Meeting After this manner therefore pray you: Our Father which are in heaven, Hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come, Your will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For your is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.(Matthew 6:9-13) Our Worship Services Sunday Worship Time:Sundays 8:00 AM—12:30 AM Bible Study Time:Tuesdays 7:00 PM—9:00 PM Prayer Meeting Time:Thursdays 8:30 AM—10:30 AM Basic Italian Class Time:Wednesdays 7:30 PM—9:30 PM Hymn Training Class Time:Fridays 2:00 PM—4:00 PM Tel:+39 388 589 7965 E-mail:it.chiesadellaluce@gmail.com Address:VIA CAVALIERE ALBERTO 10, 20153 MILANO(MI) IT Website: https://en.brightchurch-it.org/

December 22, 2024-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, December 22, 2024 Bible Verses of the Week Deuteronomy 6:7 And you shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise up. 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 親眼看見你 你听侧耳听 直到主耶穌再來時候 09:00a.m. - 09:20a.m. Opening Prayer 09:20a.m. - 11:30a.m. The Message by Preacher Miao 11:30a.m. - 12:30a.m. Believers’ Sharing 12:30a.m. Closing Prayer Bible Verses for Today’s Message Proverbs 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. Exodus 20:12 Honor your father and your mother: that your days may be long on the land which the LORD your God gives you. Psalm 113:9 He makes the barren woman to keep house, and to be a joyful mother of children. Praise you the LORD. Psalm 8:2 Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings have you ordained strength because of your enemies, that you might still the enemy and the avenger. Matthew 18:10 Take heed that you despise not one of these little ones; for I say to you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven. Gains From the Meeting: Brothers and sisters, do you have any new knowledge of God through today’s preaching? How will you put the Lord’s teachings into practice in your daily life? Notice: Brothers and sisters, please preach the gospel to your relatives and friends who haven’t believe in the Lord. Because this is the Lord’s commission and our mission. Please maintain appropriate church hygiene. Before leaving, check your belongings, put away the Bible and hymn books, and take out the trash and throw it in the bin. During the preaching, please turn off your cell phone or turn it on silent. Do not loiter around or speak loudly. Or you may disturb others. Pray: Pray for being wise virgins and hearing the voice of God in the last days, so that we can welcome the Lord, and feast with the Lamb. Pray for spreading the gospel of the heavenly kingdom all across the world, so that those who love truths and long for God’s manifestation will be able to return to God. Pray that all brothers and sisters can cast off the binds of their sinful nature and live in the light of God. Pray that God is always with us and protect us to live in God’s love. Sunday Worship For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the middle of them.(Matthew 18:20) Bible Study for the letter kills, but the spirit gives life.(2 Corinthians 3:6) Prayer Meeting After this manner therefore pray you: Our Father which are in heaven, Hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come, Your will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For your is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.(Matthew 6:9-13) Our Worship Services Sunday Worship Time:Sundays 8:00 AM—12:30 AM Bible Study Time:Tuesdays 7:00 PM—9:00 PM Prayer Meeting Time:Thursdays 8:30 AM—10:30 AM Basic Italian Class Time:Wednesdays 7:30 PM—9:30 PM Hymn Training Class Time:Fridays 2:00 PM—4:00 PM Tel:+39 388 589 7965 E-mail:it.chiesadellaluce@gmail.com Address:VIA CAVALIERE ALBERTO 10, 20153 MILANO(MI) IT Website: https://en.brightchurch-it.org/

March 15, 2026-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, March 15, 2026 Bible Verses of the Week Ephesians 4:1 I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that you walk worthy of the vocation with which you are called, 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 一顆謙卑的心 求祢充滿我 讚美之泉 09:00a.m. - 09:20a.m. Opening Prayer 09:20a.m. - 11:30a.m. The Message by Preacher Wang 11:30a.m. - 12:30a.m. Believers' Sharing 12:30a.m. Closing Prayer Bible Verses for Today's Message Ephesians 4:1 I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that you walk worthy of the vocation with which you are called, Ephesians 4:2-3 With all lowliness and meekness, with long-suffering, forbearing one another in love; Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. 1 Corinthians 1:10 Now I beseech you, brothers, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that you be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. John 2:21 That they all may be one; as you, Father, are in me, and I in you, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that you have sent me. Amos 3:3 Can two walk together, except they be agreed? Gains From the Meeting: Brothers and sisters, do you have any new knowledge of God through today’s preaching? How will you put the Lord’s teachings into practice in your daily life? Notice: Brothers and sisters, please preach the gospel to your relatives and friends who haven’t believe in the Lord. Because this is the Lord’s commission and our mission. Please maintain appropriate church hygiene. Before leaving, check your belongings, put away the Bible and hymn books, and take out the trash and throw it in the bin. During the preaching, please turn off your cell phone or turn it on silent. Do not loiter around or speak loudly. Or you may disturb others. Pray: Pray for being wise virgins and hearing the voice of God in the last days, so that we can welcome the Lord, and feast with the Lamb. Pray for spreading the gospel of the heavenly kingdom all across the world, so that those who love truths and long for God’s manifestation will be able to return to God. Pray that all brothers and sisters can cast off the binds of their sinful nature and live in the light of God. Pray that God is always with us and protect us to live in God’s love. Sunday Worship For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the middle of them.(Matthew 18:20) Bible Study for the letter kills, but the spirit gives life.(2 Corinthians 3:6) Prayer Meeting After this manner therefore pray you: Our Father which are in heaven, Hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come, Your will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For your is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.(Matthew 6:9-13) Our Worship Services Sunday Worship Time:Sundays 8:00 AM—12:30 AM Bible Study Time:Tuesdays 7:00 PM—9:00 PM Prayer Meeting Time:Thursdays 8:30 AM—10:30 AM Basic Italian Class Time:Wednesdays 7:30 PM—9:30 PM Hymn Training Class Time:Fridays 2:00 PM—4:00 PM Tel:+39 388 589 7965 E-mail:it.chiesadellaluce@gmail.com Address:VIA CAVALIERE ALBERTO 10, 20153 MILANO(MI) IT Website: https://en.brightchurch-it.org/

November 09, 2025-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, November 09, 2025 Bible Verses of the Week Psalm 65:11 You crown the year with your goodness; and your paths drop fatness. 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 赞美之泉 主赐福如春雨 我的神我要敬拜你 09:00a.m. - 09:20a.m. Opening Prayer 09:20a.m. - 11:30a.m. The Message by Preacher Wang 11:30a.m. - 12:30a.m. Believers' Sharing 12:30a.m. Closing Prayer Bible Verses for Today's Message Psalm 65:11 You crown the year with your goodness; and your paths drop fatness. Psalm 86:15 But you, O Lord, are a God full of compassion, and gracious, long suffering, and plenteous in mercy and truth. Psalm 103:8 The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. Proverbs 16:15 In the light of the king's countenance is life; and his favor is as a cloud of the latter rain. Proverbs 19:12 The king's wrath is as the roaring of a lion; but his favor is as dew on the grass. Isaiah 55:3 Incline your ear, and come to me: hear, and your soul shall live; and I will make an everlasting covenant with you, even the sure mercies of David. Daniel 9:13 As it is written in the law of Moses, all this evil is come on us: yet made we not our prayer before the LORD our God, that we might turn from our iniquities, and understand your truth. Joel 2:13 And rend your heart, and not your garments, and turn to the LORD your God: for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and of great kindness, and repents him of the evil. Gains From the Meeting: Brothers and sisters, do you have any new knowledge of God through today’s preaching? How will you put the Lord’s teachings into practice in your daily life? Notice: Brothers and sisters, please preach the gospel to your relatives and friends who haven’t believe in the Lord. Because this is the Lord’s commission and our mission. Please maintain appropriate church hygiene. Before leaving, check your belongings, put away the Bible and hymn books, and take out the trash and throw it in the bin. During the preaching, please turn off your cell phone or turn it on silent. Do not loiter around or speak loudly. Or you may disturb others. Pray: Pray for being wise virgins and hearing the voice of God in the last days, so that we can welcome the Lord, and feast with the Lamb. Pray for spreading the gospel of the heavenly kingdom all across the world, so that those who love truths and long for God’s manifestation will be able to return to God. Pray that all brothers and sisters can cast off the binds of their sinful nature and live in the light of God. Pray that God is always with us and protect us to live in God’s love. Sunday Worship For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the middle of them.(Matthew 18:20) Bible Study for the letter kills, but the spirit gives life.(2 Corinthians 3:6) Prayer Meeting After this manner therefore pray you: Our Father which are in heaven, Hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come, Your will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For your is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.(Matthew 6:9-13) Our Worship Services Sunday Worship Time:Sundays 8:00 AM—12:30 AM Bible Study Time:Tuesdays 7:00 PM—9:00 PM Prayer Meeting Time:Thursdays 8:30 AM—10:30 AM Basic Italian Class Time:Wednesdays 7:30 PM—9:30 PM Hymn Training Class Time:Fridays 2:00 PM—4:00 PM Tel:+39 388 589 7965 E-mail:it.chiesadellaluce@gmail.com Address:VIA CAVALIERE ALBERTO 10, 20153 MILANO(MI) IT Website: https://en.brightchurch-it.org/

August 18, 2024-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, August 18, 2024 Bible Verses of the Week Matthew 21:22 And all things, whatever you shall ask in prayer, believing, you shall receive. 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 我的心,你要稱頌耶和華 我以禱告來到你跟前 在這些僅存的年間 09:00a.m. - 09:20a.m. Opening Prayer 09:20a.m. - 11:30a.m. The Message by Preacher Miao 11:30a.m. - 12:30a.m. Believers’ Sharing 12:30a.m. Closing Prayer Bible Verses for Today’s Message Luke 11:2-4 And he said to them, When you pray, say, Our Father which are in heaven, Hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done, as in heaven, so in earth. Give us day by day our daily bread. And forgive us our sins; for we also forgive every one that is indebted to us. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil. Matthew 6:5 And when you pray, you shall not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Truly I say to you, They have their reward. Matthew 6:6-7 But you, when you pray, enter into your closet, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father which is in secret; and your Father which sees in secret shall reward you openly. But when you pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. Matthew 26:41 Watch and pray, that you enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak. James 5:16 Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that you may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much. Gains From the Meeting: Brothers and sisters, do you have any new knowledge of God through today’s preaching? How will you put the Lord’s teachings into practice in your daily life? Notice: Brothers and sisters, please preach the gospel to your relatives and friends who haven’t believe in the Lord. Because this is the Lord’s commission and our mission. Please maintain appropriate church hygiene. Before leaving, check your belongings, put away the Bible and hymn books, and take out the trash and throw it in the bin. During the preaching, please turn off your cell phone or turn it on silent. Do not loiter around or speak loudly. Or you may disturb others. Pray: Pray for being wise virgins and hearing the voice of God in the last days, so that we can welcome the Lord, and feast with the Lamb. Pray for spreading the gospel of the heavenly kingdom all across the world, so that those who love truths and long for God’s manifestation will be able to return to God. Pray that all brothers and sisters can cast off the binds of their sinful nature and live in the light of God. Pray that God is always with us and protect us to live in God’s love. Sunday Worship For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the middle of them.(Matthew 18:20) Bible Study for the letter kills, but the spirit gives life.(2 Corinthians 3:6) Prayer Meeting After this manner therefore pray you: Our Father which are in heaven, Hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come, Your will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For your is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.(Matthew 6:9-13) Our Worship Services Sunday Worship Time:Sundays 8:00 AM—12:30 AM Bible Study Time:Tuesdays 7:00 PM—9:00 PM Prayer Meeting Time:Thursdays 8:30 AM—10:30 AM Basic Italian Class Time:Wednesdays 7:30 PM—9:30 PM Hymn Training Class Time:Fridays 2:00 PM—4:00 PM Tel:+39 388 589 7965 E-mail:it.chiesadellaluce@gmail.com Address:VIA CAVALIERE ALBERTO 10, 20153 MILANO(MI) IT Website: https://en.brightchurch-it.org/

May 12, 2019-Bright Church Weekly

The Church of Bright Light was a non-profit religious organization registered in Milan, Italy, in 2017. Our church is led by the Lord Jesus Christ, and comprised of all those who truly believe in God, love the truth, and accept and obey God’s work. We have various church work and church activities such as Sunday Worship, Prayer Meeting, Bible Study, Hymn Training Class, and Basic Italian Class. Through these activities, those who follow God can serve and supply each other under God’s guidance. Meanwhile, we aim to guide those who love the truth, long for righteousness, and are willing to seek and investigate the true way to come before God and gain God’s salvation and blessings.