Why is Christ central to Christian worship?

In Christian worship, Jesus Christ holds a central position as He is our altar, priest, and sacrifice. The author of Hebrews explicitly states that we have an altar from which those who serve in the old covenant have no right to eat (Hebrews 13:10). This emphasizes that our approach to God is solely through Christ and His completed work on the cross. When we worship, we are acknowledging and giving thanks for the salvation He provided to the elect. Our worship is framed by the understanding that we cannot earn God's favor through our actions or obedience, as salvation is not based on works but on grace alone. Therefore, our worship must always direct our hearts and minds back to what Christ has accomplished for us.