Products in Category: Church Life - Worship/Liturgy

The Wonder of Worship
Although often a controversial subject, worship is an essential and enduring element of the Christian faith. This three-part study examines the issues surrounding the corporate worship of God, including biblical models and the current revolution in evangelical worship. At a time of radical change in the church, Allen's logical-yet-passionate approach is timely and brings much-needed harmony to the many facets of worship.
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Hymn and Scripture Selection Guide
Hymn and Scripture Selection Guide - presents the 432 hymns in alphabetical order. The related Scripture passages, taken from the Old and New Testaments as commonly in use by American Protestant denominations, are listed under each hymn. Passages that are directly related to a hymn, such as paraphra...
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Mastering Worship
Leading the People of God into the presence of God.One of the most important functions you have as pastor is leading your congregation in worship. Yet if you’re like most, you’ve had little training in the art of leading worship. Mastering Worship, the fourth volume in the Mastering Ministry series...
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Music, Youth, and Education
A Guide for Non-SpecialistsNo one can be an expert in every field, despite what church members—consciously or unconsciously—may expect. Yet pastors do need at least a working knowledge of several specialized ministry skills.Areas where the pastor is directly involved (preaching, counseling, performi...
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Fresh Ideas for Preaching, Worship & Evangelism
What’s the best way to plan—and space—a sermon series? Is there and honest way to plagiarize? (Yes!) How can a mood of expectancy be set for a worship service? What do you do about weak congregational singing? What are five keys to genuine excitement about missions? Can visitation be less scary? (Ye...
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Hymns of Ter Steegen, Suso, and others
From the preface: "The following Hymns, reprinted from the Sketches of the 'Friends of God,' of 'The Quiet in the Land,' and from the collection, now out of print, called 'Service of Song,' are sent forth in a separate form, in answer to the requests of many who are unacquainted with the language of...
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Twenty Centuries of Christian Worship (Library of Christian Worship: Volume 2)
Twenty Centuries of Christian Worship traces the history of the church from the New Testament period through the modern era detailing worship in the early church, the Eastern Orthodox tradition, Roman Catholic worship, post-Reformation worship, and worship renewal movements in the Twentieth Century....
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The Services of the Christian Year (Library of Christian Worship: Volume 5)
In the past two decades the Christian community has experienced a dynamic rebirth as churches around the world have turned their hearts and minds toward a deeper understanding of what it means to worship the Living God. The Complete Library of Christian Worship brings the theory and reality of wors...
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The Sacred Actions of Christian Worship (Library of Christian Worship: Volume 6)
In the past two decades the Christian community has experienced a dynamic rebirth as churches around the world have turned their hearts and minds toward a deeper understanding of what it means to worship the Living God. The Complete Library of Christian Worship brings the theory and reality of wors...
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The Renewal of Sunday Worship (Library of Christian Worship: Volume 3)
The Renewal of Sunday Worship begins with an examination of the heritage and worship of more than 60 traditional and contemporary Christian denominations, ministries, and fellowships—each written by a representative leader from that group. The topical sections include extensive articles presenting m...
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The Ministries of Christian Worship (Library of Christian Worship: Volume 7)
In the past two decades the Christian community has experienced a dynamic rebirth as churches around the world have turned their hearts and minds toward a deeper understanding of what it means to worship the Living God. The Complete Library of Christian Worship brings the theory and reality of worsh...
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The Biblical Foundations of Christian Worship (Library of Christian Worship: Volume 1)
The Biblical Foundations of Christian Worship includes an introduction to the Hebrew vocabulary (translated) of worship as well as a general survey of such theological themes as covenant, sacrifice, the numinous, the names of God, words of praise, and biblical symbolism in worship from the Patriarch...
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Music and the Arts in Christian Worship (Library of Christian Worship: Volume 4 books A&B)
In the past two decades the Christian community has experienced a dynamic rebirth as churches around the world have turned their hearts and minds toward a deeper understanding of what it means to worship the Living God. The Complete Library of Christian Worship brings the theory and reality of worsh...
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101 More Hymn Stories - Kenneth Osbeck
A companion volume to 101 Hymn Stories, this is an inspiring collection of the stories behind your favorite hymns. The events that motivated these hymns are brought to life in inspiring detail. Some of the hymns included are: "My Jesus, I Love Thee," "Joy to the World," "Trust and Obey," and "Worthy...
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101 Hymn Stories - Kenneth Osbeck
This is an inspiring collection of the stories behind your favorite hymns. The exciting events that motivated these hymns are brought to life in inspiring detail. Some of the well-known hymns included are: "A Mighty Fortress," "Fairest Lord Jesus," "How Great Thou Art," "Jesus Loves Me," "Silent Nig...
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