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Christian Worship

Its Theology and Practice

A classic treatise on the meaning, expression, planning, and leading of Christian worship, originally written by the late Franklin Segler and now updated by Randall Bradley for this third edition, with more emphasis on contemporary issues.

Its Theology and Practice Franklin M. Segler. the preachers of the Reformation , John Hus , Martin Luther , John Calvin — the Huguenots , the Puritans of the seventeenth century , and contemporary Christians all give a central place to ...

An Examination of the methods of performing Public Worship pursued by various Christian professors; and the Ordination of their ministers considered, etc

If the result of such investigation should authoritatively establish them in their present practices , then the views and practices here advocated ought not to find a place in their minds . But if , on the contrary , PREFACE. ...

Christian Character Formation

Lutheran Studies of the Law, Anthropology, Worship, and Virtue

Ethical Formation in Christian Worship investigates worship and formation in view of Christian anthropology, particularly union with Christ. Traditions which value justification by faith wrestle to some degree with how to describe and encourage ethical formation when salvation and righteousness are presented as gracious and complete. The dialectic of law and gospel has suggested to some that forgiveness and the advocacy of ethical norms contend with each other. By viewing justification and formation in light of Christ's righteousness which is both imputed and imparted, it is more readily seen that forgiveness and ethics complement each other. In justification, God converts a person, by which he grants new character. Traditional Lutheran anthropology says that this regeneration grants a new nature in mystical union with Jesus Christ. By exploring the Finnish Luther School led by Tuomo Mannermaa, Gifford A. Grobien explains how union with Christ imparts righteousness and the corresponding new character to the believer. Furthermore, as means of grace, the Word and sacraments are the means of establishing union with Christ and nurturing new character. Considering Louis-Marie Chauvet's "symbolic order" and Bernd Wannenwetsch's understanding of worship as Christianity's unique "form of life," Grobien argues that worship practices are the foundational and determinative context in which grace is offered and in which the distinctively Christian ethos supports virtues consistent with Christian character. This understanding is also coordinated with Stanley Hauerwas's narrative ethics and the traditional Lutheran practice of ethical instruction by the Ten Commandments.

By exploring the Finnish Luther School led by Tuomo Mannermaa, Gifford A. Grobien explains how union with Christ imparts righteousness and the corresponding new character to the believer.

The Psalms in Christian Worship

Patristic Precedent and Anglican Practice

The use of the Psalms in Christian worship is a vast topic. This title offers fresh insights into the use of ancient texts which resonate with human religious experience throughout the ages. It considers the Psalms as part of the Bible, in early Christian worship and in the worship of the Church of England.

The use of the Psalms in Christian worship is a vast topic.

Christian Worship

Concepts, Teachings, & Practices With Song Supplement

Dr. Brian Casey, a product of the history and tradition of the American Restoration Movement, explores aspects of Christian Worship such as its nature and processes, individual concerns, labels, and, of course, worship's object, God. Special topics include the unbiblical label "worship service," sacrifice, and investigations of words. Although a few illustrations are drawn from inside one denominational tradition, principles are broadly applicable for a range of evangelical churches. Included: original worship songs (reproducible with a CCLI license) and several worship-filled communion meditations.

Dr. Brian Casey, a product of the history and tradition of the American Restoration Movement, explores aspects of Christian Worship such as its nature and processes, individual concerns, labels, and, of course, worship's object, God.

Worship Through the Ages

Through the Ages provides a practical, historical and philosophical study of the Great Spiritual Awakenings as related to the worship of evangelicals around the globe. This is a fascinating story that reveals a unifying, unbroken thread of events whereby one can trace the development of worship practices through the ages. With each move of God came a change in the way people worshiped. New paradigms were created, debated, accepted and passed on to the next generation. Narrative for this study is energized by telling "the story" of engaging personalities, influencers and movers and shakers. Emphasis is given to changes in worship practices from the Early Church, Reformation, the Great Awakenings, revival movements, large evangelistic crusades of the 1940s and 1950s, Jesus Movement, and the Praise and Worship movement. A chart tracing the development of worship from Genesis 4 to the twenty-first century is included.

This is a fascinating story that reveals a unifying, unbroken thread of events whereby one can trace the development of worship practices through the ages. With each move of God came a change in the way people worshiped.

The Biblical Psalms in Christian Worship

A Brief Introduction and Guide to Resources

In this concise yet comprehensive guide to using and praying the psalms in worship services, John Witvliet first offers summary of key biblical-theological themes related to the practice of worship, and he continues with reflections on every step in the process of preparing to use the psalms in worship, drawing on insights from writings in the history, theology, and pastoral practice of worship, liturgy, and preaching. Including patristic testimonies as "prelude" and both Reformation-era and modern testimonies as two "interludes," the volume also offers a comprehensive list of currently available liturgical and musical resources. Witvliet offers a first -- a book designed to speak at once to both "traditional " and "contemporary " worship practices. The Biblical Psalms in Christian Worship will appeal to a wide range of readers, including college and seminary students, scholars and teachers, church educators, worship leaders, musicians, and librarians.

Including patristic testimonies as "prelude" and both Reformation-era and modern testimonies as two "interludes," the volume also offers a comprehensive list of currently available liturgical and musical resources.

Christ-Centered Worship

Letting the Gospel Shape Our Practice

The bestselling author of Christ-Centered Preaching provides a useful and accessible resource that traces the history of Christian worship and calls contemporary congregations to gospel faithfulness.

This book is a wonderful exception. It radiates with gratitude for the gospel of Jesus. It promotes both confessional orthodoxy and vital piety.

Worship and Christian Identity

Practicing Ourselves

Worship and Christian Identity argues that sacramental and liturgical practices are the central means by which a church shapes the faith, character, and consciousness of its members. Consequently, for any church to set aside such practices as outdated or irrelevant is to set aside the means by which the church nurtures and sustains its theological identity. From this perspective, Anderson explores the following questions: What is the relationship between worship and belief? What is the relationship between corporate worship and the formation of Christian persons and communities? What is the relationship between worship and our knowledge of ourselves, our world, and God? How might our attention to the reform and renewal of worship and sacramental practice provide a framework for theological, evangelical, and sacramental renewal? Questions of sacramental practice, inclusive or transformative language, and the renewal of congregational hymnody have been largely displaced by marketing questions and conflicts between "traditional" and ?contemporary? worship. The hour of worship is subdivided now into increasingly specialized ?target audiences? of singles, seekers, boomers, and ?X-ers? with worship carefully packaged as ?traditional? or ?contemporary.? What at various points has been understood as a ?means of grace? is now seen primarily as a ?means of numerical growth.? Missing in the conflict between ?traditional? and ?contemporary? worship is significant discussion of what is at stake for the identity of Christian persons and communities in the shape and practice of worship. Perhaps more surprising, discussion of the theological shape and practice of worship also has been absent in discussions concerning theological standards. These absences suggest that for many in the church today, worship is a means for expressing a community's belief but has little to do with the shape and character of that belief. The assumption that worship is only or primarily a pragmatic means for expressing a community?s belief stands in sharp contrast to the Christian tradition. This assumption also contrasts with the insights provided by recent work in ritual studies, psychology, and faith development. Worship and Christian Identity is an important book for faculty and students in seminary and graduate programs in liturgical studies and religious education, particularly those interested in the relationships between liturgical studies and practical theology, ritual studies and liturgical theology, as well as the role of worship in Christian formation. Chapters are ?Making Claims About Worship,? ?Worship as Ritual Knowledge,? ?Worship as Ritual Practice,? ?Trinitarian Grammar and the Christian Self,? ?Trinitarian Grammar and Liturgical Practice,? and ?A Vision of Christian Life.?

Worship and Christian Identity argues that sacramental and liturgical practices are the central means by which a church shapes the faith, character, and consciousness of its members.

Idol Worship In Christiany

The Corruption of Faith by Pagan Practices

"Dear children, keep yourselves from idols." (1 John 5:21)Despite this clear commandment, Christian denominations continue to worship idols and follow rituals that do not originate from the Bible.How has the flock wandered so far away from the word of God? Has it intentionally been led astray?In her book Idol Worship in Christianity, Ernestine D Motouom talks about her experiences as a Catholic votary and the realignment of her faith as a born-again Christian. She discusses the gradual corruption of Christian faith through the adoption of pagan practices put forth or initiated by the great apostate and emancipator Nimrod, the grandson of Noah, right after the flood. In Idol Worship in Christianity, she, in the light of the Bible, highlights the true meaning of worship.

Has it intentionally been led astray?In her book Idol Worship in Christianity, Ernestine D Motouom talks about her experiences as a Catholic votary and the realignment of her faith as a born-again Christian.