Is private devotion enough for a Christian? In this message titled "The Duty of Public Worship", Rev. J. M. Bragatto explains why congregational worship is essential and superior to private prayer. Based on Hebrews 10 and Psalm 87, this sermon clarifies that while private worship is a duty, it can never substitute the gathering of the local church.

This message outlines the biblical requirements for public worship and the "means of grace" that God provides specifically for His assembled people. Discover how the church assembly joins the heavenly host in praising the King, and why the Lord "loves the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob."

Key Moments in this Message:

• 00:00 – Scripture Reading: Psalm 87 and Hebrews 10 & 12

• 03:49 – The Duty of Public Worship: Entering the Holiest by the blood of Jesus

• 05:37 – Private vs. Public: Why your personal devotions cannot substitute the assembly

• 08:08 – Why Must We Gather? Bringing a service of praise and thanksgiving

• 11:35 – Worship Under the Law vs. The Gospel: Fulfilment in Christ

• 15:57 – The Prophecy of Malachi: Worship among the nations and the Gentiles

• 18:51 – Requirements for Public Worship: Assembly, Officers, and Ordinances

• 23:45 – Reverence and Honour: Challenging the profanation of worship

• 27:04 – Psalm 87:2: Why God loves the "Gates of Zion" more than our private homes

• 31:56 – Joining the Heavenly Host: Heaven meets earth in public worship

• 34:36 – Christ as our Example: Even the Son of God worshipped in the temple

• 38:41 – Sinful Objections: Addressing excuses for forsaking the assembly

• 41:15 – Isaiah 58: Sanctifying the Lord's Day and finding delight in Him

• 46:10 – How to Gather: Offering our best to the King, regardless of the setting

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• Speaker: Rev. J. M. Bragatto

• Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25; Hebrews 12:18-24; Psalm 87; Malachi 1:11

• Topics: Public Worship, Means of Grace, Lord's Day, Reformed Theology.