October 06, 2024-Bright Church Weekly

October 6, 2024

Sunday, October 06, 2024

Bible Verses of the Week
Proverbs 29:25 The fear of man brings a snare: but whoever puts his trust in the LORD shall be safe.

08:30a.m. – 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir
博士寻耶稣
你听侧耳听
我要歌頌我要讚美

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
Proverbs 3:24 When you lie down, you shall not be afraid: yes, you shall lie down, and your sleep shall be sweet.
Psalm 56:11 In God have I put my trust: I will not be afraid what man can do to me.
Jeremiah 1:8 Be not afraid of their faces: for I am with you to deliver you, said the LORD.
Luke 12:7 But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: you are of more value than many sparrows.
Psalm 56:4 In God I will praise his word, in God I have put my trust; I will not fear what flesh can do to me.
Hebrews 13:6 So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do to me.
1 John 4:18 There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear: because fear has torment. He that fears is not made perfect in love.


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.

November 03, 2024-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, November 03, 2024 Bible Verses of the Week Revelation 22:14    Blessed are they that do his commandments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city. 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 牽我的手 恩典的記號 從亙古到永遠 09:00a.m. - 09:20a.m. Opening Prayer 09:20a.m. - 11:30a.m. The Message by Pastor Zhang 11:30a.m. - 12:30a.m. Believers’ Sharing 12:30a.m. Closing Prayer Bible Verses for Today’s Message Matthew 7:21    Not every one that said to me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that does the will of my Father which is in heaven. Matthew 5:3    Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:10    Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 18:3    And said, Truly I say to you, Except you be converted, and become as little children, you shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven. Revelation 14:4    These are they which were not defiled with women; for they are virgins. These are they which follow the Lamb wherever he goes. These were redeemed from among men, being the first fruits to God and to the Lamb. 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 09, 2025-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, March 09, 2025 Bible Verses of the Week Psalm 105:1 O give thanks to the LORD; call on his name: make known his deeds among the people. 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 神羔羊配得 有一位神 我的靈渴慕你 09:00a.m. - 09:20a.m. Opening Prayer 09:20a.m. - 11:30a.m. The Message by Pastor Zhang 11:30a.m. - 12:30a.m. Believers' Sharing 12:30a.m. Closing Prayer Bible Verses for Today's Message Exodus 34:14 For you shall worship no other god: for the LORD, whose name is Jealous, is a jealous God: Psalm 31:21 Blessed be the LORD: for he has showed me his marvelous kindness in a strong city. 2 Samuel 22:47 The LORD lives; and blessed be my rock; and exalted be the God of the rock of my salvation. Psalm 111:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom:a good understanding have all they that do his commandments:his praise endures for ever. 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/

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 19, 2025-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, January 19, 2025 Bible Verses of the Week 2 Timothy 2:9 Wherein I suffer trouble, as an evil doer, even to bonds; but the word of God is not bound. 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 寶貴十架 我要全心稱頌我的主 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 Matthew 4:23    And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people. Mark 8:35    For whoever will save his life shall lose it; but whoever shall lose his life for my sake and the gospel's, the same shall save it. Colossians 1:5    For the hope which is laid up for you in heaven, whereof you heard before in the word of the truth of the gospel; Mark 16:20    And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen. Luke 4:18    The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he has sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised, Romans 1:16    For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God to salvation to every one that believes; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. Colossians 1:6    Which is come to you, as it is in all the world; and brings forth fruit, as it does also in you, since the day you heard of it, and knew the grace of God in truth: 1 Corinthians 1:17    For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. 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/

February 23, 2025-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, February 23, 2025 Bible Verses of the Week John 1:12 But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 宝贵十架 讚美之泉 這裡有神的同在 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 John 13:20 Truly, truly, I say to you, He that receives whomsoever I send receives me; and he that receives me receives him that sent me. Matthew 10:41 He that receives a prophet in the name of a prophet shall receive a prophet's reward; and he that receives a righteous man in the name of a righteous man shall receive a righteous man's reward. Matthew 18:5 And whoever shall receive one such little child in my name receives me. Matthew 25:35 For I was an hungered, and you gave me meat: I was thirsty, and you gave me drink: I was a stranger, and you took me in: Matthew 25:40 And the King shall answer and say to them, Truly I say to you, Inasmuch as you have done it to one of the least of these my brothers, you have done it to me. Hebrews 13:2 Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. Mark 9:37 Whoever shall receive one of such children in my name, receives me: and whoever shall receive me, receives not me, but him that sent 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/

September 29, 2024-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, September 29, 2024 Bible Verses of the Week Revelation 2:29 He that has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit said to the churches. 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 主耶穌我愛你 神羔羊配得 愛,喜樂,生命 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 Matthew 4:17 From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. Matthew 25:6 And at midnight there was a cry made, Behold, the bridegroom comes; go you out to meet him. Revelation 3:20 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me. Matthew 7:7-8 Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and you shall find; knock, and it shall be opened to you: For every one that asks receives; and he that seeks finds; and to him that knocks it shall be opened. 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/

October 13, 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.