How do we know that God is present in worship?

God's presence in worship is both a promise and a truth affirmed in Scripture. In Matthew 18:20, Jesus declares, 'For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.' This promise instills confidence among believers that every worship service is not merely a routine, but a divine encounter with God. Each gathering is an opportunity for believers to come together in expectation, knowing that God is with them, which encourages mutual exhortation and strengthens their faith.