Dance Like No One Is Looking

Today’s topic is titled Dance Like No One Is Looking

You know what I mean, right? That feeling when you crank up your favorite song, forget about everything else, and just let loose. It’s freeing, it’s joyful, and honestly, it’s pretty hilarious if someone catches you in the act!

Dancing like no one is looking isn’t just about busting a move—it’s about living with joy and freedom, the way God intended. Life throws enough serious stuff our way. Sometimes, we need to remember that God delights in our joy.

I’ll never forget this one time I was baking with my headphones on, jamming out like I was headlining my own concert... only to turn around and see my kids staring at me like I was so crazy. This happens often... But anyway, they got a show.

Today, we’re diving into what it means to live with that kind of freedom, not just on the dance floor but in our faith. So, kick off your shoes, turn up the music, and let’s dance together!

Living with Joyful Abandon - Dancing Through Life

You know, I think we all need to take ourselves a little less seriously sometimes. There’s a reason kids are so full of joy; they dance, they sing, they twirl around without a care in the world. Somewhere along the way, we adults get a little stiff. I can definitely agree with this... I used to be far more free-spirited.

I believe God wants us to rediscover that childlike freedom. The Bible says in Psalm 30:11, “You have turned my mourning into joyful dancing. You have taken away my clothes of mourning and clothed me with joy.” Let’s start there.

Our main scripture of the show today is - 2 Samuel 6:14 (NLT) — "And David danced before the Lord with all his might."

Life is meant to be enjoyed, not endured.

David danced with abandon because his heart was overflowing with gratitude and joy.

When we focus on God’s goodness, it frees us from the weight of worrying about what others think.

Take a “joy break” today. Crank up your favorite song and dance for 60 seconds.

What holds you back from fully embracing joy?

Overcoming Self-Consciousness

I am for sure self-conscious but less than I used to be in a lot of ways, and I can only attribute that to God changing my perspective.

We often worry too much about what others think.

David didn’t let embarrassment stop him from celebrating God’s presence. He didn’t let his wife’s self-consciousness stop him when she reprimanded him — why should we?

When you live for God’s approval, you free yourself from the burden of other people’s opinions.

Whisper a quick prayer when you feel self-conscious: “God, let me live for Your eyes only.”

What would you do differently if you weren’t afraid of being judged?

There is joy in letting go and just living life knowing that God has everything in His hands.

Joy is contagious—when we let go, we inspire others to do the same.

God delights in our laughter and celebration. He loves to see us feeling His joy and love when we live life so full that we inspire others to do the same.

Living freely is an act of faith – it’s trusting God with our worries.

Spend five minutes today listing things that bring you joy and do one of them. Notice the smile it not only brings to your face but also to your heart.

How can you bring more joy into your daily routine?

Our main scripture for today is - 2 Samuel 6:14 (NLT) — "And David danced before the Lord with all his might."

There’s something powerful about living with spiritual freedom, the kind that says, “I don’t care what the world thinks. My joy comes from the Lord.” David showed us what that looks like. He danced before the Lord with all his might, even though people were watching. He understood that true freedom comes from living for God, not for the approval of others. And trust me, I’ve had my fair share of moments where I had to learn that lesson... the hard way.

Worship is personal—whether through song, dance, or stillness.

David’s dance was an act of worship.

True worship happens when we forget ourselves and focus on Him. Next time you worship, close your eyes and imagine it’s just you and God.

What’s holding you back from fully expressing yourself in worship?

Remember that singing story?

Have you ever been in a store, and you walk by someone singing? It just might be me. I do it all the time, and no, it’s not loud, but it is loud enough to embarrass my kids. In fact, they often say, “Of course, you know this song,” OR “really, Mom?”

I think it’s fun, and it makes my day-to-day tasks lighter because music often brings memories and joy to things.

Sometimes, embarrassing moments are the best reminders that life is meant to be enjoyed. Like one time, I almost walked into the men’s bathroom, but I realized it and turned around. One guy out of everyone in the building noticed and just pointed to the correct door I was supposed to go into. I just laughed, and once I was done, I went back and told my husband all about it, and he just shook his head at me. Honestly, I do things all the time that are embarrassing, and then I tell others about it because they are usually odd and funny.

What’s one embarrassing moment you can laugh about now?

Freedom of Grace

Grace gives us permission to let go of perfection.

David didn’t dance because he was perfect—he danced because he was loved by a perfect God, and he wanted to praise the Lord for His grace and mercy, and the joy he felt overflowed.

When you accept grace, you can dance freely through life and praise the Lord for every bit of it.

Repeat after me: “I am loved, I am enough, and I am free.” You can go to 1 John 4:10, 2 Corinthians 3:5, and Romans 8:2 to read that all of these are true and in the Bible.

How do you think embracing grace can help you live more freely?

Today, we’ve learned that God wants us to live freely, laugh loudly, and dance boldly. Life is a gift. Don’t waste it worrying about what others think. So go ahead—dance like no one is looking because the only One who matters is smiling down on you.

If you need some extra prayer, contact me at rachel@kjic.org and let me know what you need prayer for, and I will be glad to join you in prayer.