I want to begin by saying that I do not worship and offer to the Gods merely because I want them to give me something. I do it because I love them and enjoy their presence. They make life more blissful.
1, We give offerings to the Gods because it is their due honor. After all, they are the Gods. As the rulers of all the universe, they deserve reverence.
2, To show gratitude for what has been given, and what may be given in the future - reciprocity. It's basic decency that when someone gives you something, you give them something in return.
3, To ensure continued relationship. The more we connect with the Gods in good and positive ways, showing the first two realities listed above, the more we ensure their favor in our lives.
4, Finally, to simply show how much you love the Gods. When it comes to those you love, like your family and friends, you show them expressions of that love. The Gods are no different. Through all that we do, from simple prayers to complex hymns, offerings, sacrifices, dances, and other religious services, we show the Gods how much we love and adore them. For me personally, I think people would notice that I am normally always doing something for the Gods. Even if it's just restoring and painting a statue, writing a new prayer, building a new sanctuary, or upkeeping the older ones. I am always trying to think of something new I can do today, and if you are in the same boat, here's a list of things you can do for the Gods on a daily basis,
- Paint/restore a statue.
- Paint a statue.
- Write a new prayer or hymn.
- Build a sanctuary.
- Build a new shrine.
- Learn something new about the Gods or ancient Greece.
- Care for places sacred to the Gods.
- Journal your experiences with the Gods or Heroes.
- Start a temple or an online group dedicated to the Gods in some way.