Harold M. Best casts a holistic vision for worship that transcends narrow discussions of musical style or congregational preference, corrects errors in how Christians have viewed the arts and misunderstandings about the use of music, and offers instead a more biblically consistent approach to artistic action.
Theologian Steven Félix-Jäger offers a theology of renewal worship, including its biblical foundations, how its global nature is expressed in particular localities, and how charismatic worship shapes the community of faith. With this guidance, the whole church might better understand what it means to pray, "Come, Holy Spirit!"
"Christian musicians know of the obligation to make music as agents of God's grace. They make music graciously, whatever its kind or style, as ambassadors of Christ, showing love, humility, servanthood, meekness, victory, and good example . . . Music is freely made, by faith, as an act of worship, in direct response to the overflowing grace of God in Christ Jesus." Co-sponsored by the Christian College Coalition, this thought-provoking study of music-as-worship leads both students and experienced musicians to a better understanding of the connections between music making and Christian faith. "Christian music makers have to risk new ways of praising God. Their faith must convince them that however strange a new offering may be, it cannot out-reach, out-imagine, or overwhelm God. God remains God, ready to swoop down in the most wonderful way, amidst all of the flurry and mystery of newness and repetition, to touch souls and hearts, all because faith has been exercised and Christ's ways have been imitated. Meanwhile, a thousand tongues will never be enough." Best relates musical practice to a larger theology of creation and creativity, and explores new concepts of musical quality and excellence, musical unity, and the incorporation of music from other cultures into today's music.
This book is a presentation of what worship is and what the true worshipper is. To worship is to prostrate before the Holy Presence of the Almighty, sometimes without saying a word. To worship is to lift the Lord to great heights. Drawing lessons from his personal experience as a worshipper, the author says that no one can worship the Lord God and the god self at the same time. Those with one or more idols in their hearts cannot worship the Lord. The true worshipper worships God in Spirit and in truth. Worship is the activity of people sanctified, consecrated, and filled with the Holy Spirit. Only those who know and love the Lord can worship Him. After reading this book, we can dare to say that a life of obedience to the will of God and a life lived in His presence qualifies a person to worship God. Would you like to know what it means to "worship" and become a true worshiper? Then read this book.
Guidance for Leaders Seeking a Richer Way to Employ Worship Music Worship expert Constance Cherry offers comprehensive guidance to Christian leaders seeking a deeper, richer way to employ worship music in engaging ways for twenty-first-century worshipers. Following Cherry's successful book The Worship Architect, this work helps Christian leaders think theologically and act pastorally about worship music in their churches. It addresses larger issues beyond the surface struggles of musical styles and provides tools to critically evaluate worship songs. The book is applicable to all Christian traditions and worship styles and is well suited to both the classroom and the local church. Each chapter concludes with suggested practical exercises, recommended reading, and basic vocabulary terms.
New York Times Best Seller! 1500 5-Star Reviews! From the author that brought you NEW YORK TIMES best selling books The Harbinger, The Mystery of the Shemitah, and The Paradigm selling over 3 MILLION copies Imagine if you discovered a treasure chest in which were hidden ancient mysteries, revelations from heaven, secrets of the ages, the answers to man’s most enduring, age-old questions, and the hidden keys that can transform your life to joy, success, and blessing…This is The Book of Mysteries.
Unceasing is a look at night and day prayer from biblical, historic and prophetic perspectives. Those who desire a greater understanding of Night and Day prayer and it's relevance in our day will find Unceasing to be a great source in this pursuit. Because there is such a groundswell of prayer in the earth many questions arise: What is night and day prayer? What are the biblical and historical precedents for this unique model of intercession and worship? How is ceaseless prayer applicable to those living in new testament times? Unceasing addresses these questions and gives the reader clarity in regard to the prayer movement that's sweeping the earth.
Beyond sound equipment and music charts, eleven noted worship leaders from around the United States write about the ministerial part of their work as it relates to the gospel, mission, disciple-making, liturgy, the Trinity, justice, creativity, family, and more.
Worship Now, Worship Forever: A Journey from Earthly Praise to Eternal Glory invites you to experience worship as more than a ritual—it's a rehearsal for the eternal. Through rich biblical insights and real-life examples, this book explores how our earthly worship is a reflection of the heavenly reality we are destined for. Journey through Scripture to uncover the essence of true worship, from the ancient tabernacle to the ultimate marriage supper of the Lamb. Discover how every act of worship prepares our hearts for the glorious eternity where all nations will worship in unity before God's throne. This book not only guides readers into a deeper understanding of worship but also offers practical steps for making worship an authentic, life-encompassing response to God’s love. Whether through personal devotion or corporate praise, Worship Now, Worship Forever shows that every moment of worship is a foretaste of the eternal joy awaiting us in heaven.
The fires of worship and prayer are burning in the nations! In 1000 B.C. King David led Israel into a radical reformation and spiritual revolution when he built a throne of unceasing worship and prayer right in the governmental center of the nation. Since then thousands of groups have set out to pioneer expressions of 24-7 worship and prayer. From the underground church of Northern Iraq, to the entertainment capitol of Hollywood, CA the church is crying out night and day! What is God up to? Why this emphasis on worship and prayer? Could it be that the modern worship and prayer movement is restoration of David's Tabernacle? Enthroned will: *Explore the heart, patterns and principles of the Tabernacle of David *Delve into Biblical foundations for the night and day worship and prayer movement *Discuss the role of prayer and worship for igniting revival, and bringing in the harvest *Provoke you to a life long pursuit of the presence of God *Give practical insight and blueprints for pioneering night and day worship and prayer.