Tag Archives: contemporary worship

Worship As Story: Crafting Worship Services that Rehearse the Gospel (An Album Review)

Posted on December 13, 2011 by

I love a great story. I especially like seeing a great movie or musical. Even now I can hear the haunting music as the tension rises only to be released in a moment of ecstatic joy. Characters facing overwhelming challenges … Continue reading →

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God With Us: 5 Implications of the Incarnation for Corporate Worship

Posted on December 9, 2011 by

I love singing Advent songs like “O Come, O Come Emmanuel” and “Come Thou Long Expected Jesus.” They help me remember the longing Israel felt as they waited for God’s promised Messiah. Check out the two cool arrangements of these … Continue reading →

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Preparing for Worship (part 4): 3 Things All Worshipers Can Learn from Children

Posted on November 4, 2011 by

What does your Sunday look like? Do you enter a new week invigorated or drained; renewed or discouraged? I was recently talking to a pastor friend about the way sports mania has invaded Sunday mornings for kids and family. I’ve … Continue reading →

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Reforming Our Worship: 95 Ways Our Worship Could Improve

Posted on October 28, 2011 by

Many churches across America and around the world will celebrate Reformation Sunday this week. We remember with gratitude the bold call to Scripture, faith, grace, Christ and God’s glory that came from Martin Luther, John Calvin, Martin Zwingli and others. … Continue reading →

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