Adoration

Theology & Meaning

Adoration is a song wholly given to the act of adoring God — not asking for anything, not declaring a doctrine, but simply beholding and adoring. The theology is the theology of the Psalms at their most purely doxological: one thing is desired above all, to behold the beauty of the Lord. Pat Barrett and Maverick City create a sonic space that invites the congregation into this kind of unhurried, non-transactional worship.

Worship Leadership Tips

Best used when the congregation has settled and is ready for a sustained moment of pure worship. This is not a song for the opening of a service but for a later moment when people have moved past distraction. Lead it from a place of personal adoration — the congregation follows what it sees in the worship leader.

Arrangement Tips

Maverick City's signature approach: organic, sparse, and unhurried. Acoustic guitar or piano with warm pads. Allow generous space — the arrangement should create room for adoration, not fill it. Pat Barrett's contributions typically feel unhurried and genuine; honor that quality in the live performance.

Scripture References

• Psalm 27:4
• John 4:23-24
• Revelation 4:10-11