Drawing together scholars from fields of biblical studies, systematic theology, liturgics, and pastoral theology, In Praise of Worship questions an overemphasis on singing and music (alone) as worship in today's church. Whilst not minimizing moments of conscious and deliberate worship, the authors show that according to a close reading of Scripture and a clear understanding of theology, the whole of our lives is to be considered as worship-glorifying to the Lord who deserves such honor. Contributors:Nancy AultAlastair CampbellDavid J. CohenDavid G. FirthTravis FitchMichael W. GoheenStephen HaarBrian S. HarrisChris JackAngela McCarthyAlan NivenJohn W. OlleyMichael O'NeilRobin ParryMichael ParsonsMichael J. Quicke

Drawing together scholars from fields of biblical studies, systematic theology, liturgics, and pastoral theology, In Praise of Worship questions an overemphasis on singing and music (alone) as worship in today's church. Whilst not minimizing moments of conscious and deliberate worship, the authors show that according to a close reading of Scripture and a clear understanding of theology, the whole of our lives is to be considered as worship-glorifying to the Lord who deserves such honor. Contributors:Nancy AultAlastair CampbellDavid J. CohenDavid G. FirthTravis FitchMichael W. GoheenStephen HaarBrian S. HarrisChris JackAngela McCarthyAlan NivenJohn W. OlleyMichael O'NeilRobin ParryMichael ParsonsMichael J. Quicke

Drawing together scholars from fields of biblical studies, systematic theology, liturgics, and pastoral theology, In Praise of Worship questions an overemphasis on singing and music (alone) as worship in today's church. Whilst not minimizing moments of conscious and deliberate worship, the authors show that according to a close reading of Scripture and a clear understanding of theology, the whole of our lives is to be considered as worship-glorifying to the Lord who deserves such honor. Contributors:Nancy AultAlastair CampbellDavid J. CohenDavid G. FirthTravis FitchMichael W. GoheenStephen HaarBrian S. HarrisChris JackAngela McCarthyAlan NivenJohn W. OlleyMichael O'NeilRobin ParryMichael ParsonsMichael J. Quicke