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The idea of worshipping the Lord “in spirit and truth” comes from Jesus’ conversation with the woman at the well in John 4:6-30. In the conversation, the woman was discussing places of worship with Jesus, saying that the Jews worshipped at Jerusalem, while the Samaritans worshipped at Mount Gerizim. Jesus had just revealed that He knew about her many husbands, as well as the fact that the current man she lived with was not her husband. This made her uncomfortable, so she attempted to divert His attention from her personal life to matters of religion. Jesus refused to be distracted from His lesson on true worship and got to the heart of the matter: “But the hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers shall worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father seeks such to worship Him” (John 4:23).
The overall lesson about worshipping the Lord in spirit and truth is that worship of God is not to be confined to a single geographical location or necessarily regulated by the temporary provisions of Old Testament law. With the coming of Christ, the separation between Jew and Gentile was no longer relevant, nor was the centrality of the temple in worship. With the coming of Christ, all of God’s children gained equal access to God through Him. Worship became a matter of the heart, not external actions, and directed by truth rather than ceremony.
In Deuteronomy 6:4, Moses sets down for the Israelites how they are to love their God: “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might.” Our worship of God is directed by our love for Him; as we love, so we worship. Because the idea of “might” in Hebrew indicates totality, Jesus expanded this expression to “mind” and “strength” (Mark 12:30; Luke 10:27). To worship God in spirit and truth necessarily involves loving Him with heart, soul, mind and strength.
UEFA has downplayed security fears surrounding Manchester United's Europa League match with Zorya Luhansk despite recent attacks on travelling fans in Ukraine.
Around 900 supporters are expected to make the 3,000-mile round trip to watch the Group A finale, which Jose Mourinho's men only require a draw in to guarantee progress to the knockout stages.
The match is being held at the Stadion Chornomorets in Odessa rather than Luhansk due to the political problems in eastern Ukraine.
Those travelling have been warned by United about the threat of attacks, but UEFA has expressed its confidence that those attending will be safe ahead of Thursday's match.
A statement from European football's governing body read: "We are confident that the host club together with the local authorities will take all necessary measures to ensure the safety and security of the players, the match officials and the supporters of the two teams."
Despite UEFA's comments, there were problems in Odessa when Zorya hosted Fenerbahce and Feyenoord in the Europa League this season.
Both matches were marred by violence, reportedly started by fans of local club Chornomorets Odessa, with bats, sticks and axes said to have been used.
The threat of a similar flare-ups were outlined to travelling fans in a letter from United club secretary John Alexander.
"At the previous group stage games in the city there have been attacks on visiting fans with some in the park around the stadium, so we therefore advise you not to walk through this park to the stadium," he said.
"The shuttle buses will again be in operation after the game to take you back to the city centre.
"For your safety and security you are advised not to wear Manchester United colours when in the Ukraine or attract attention to your presence in the city.
Due to political sensitivity in the region it is not just opposition football fans who may potentially pose a risk to your safety.
"Incidents of serious disorder during the European Championships in France last summer involving violent individuals and groups emanating from Eastern Europe should be remembered when considering your movements and actions, and any potential risk."
