Worship Old and New
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| Rating | : | 4.95 (570 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0310479908 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 288 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-10-01 |
| Language | : | English |
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. and Geraldyn B. Myers professor of ministry at Northern Seminary in Lombard, Illinois, and professor of theology emeritus at Wheaton College. Robert Webber (1933 - 2007) was the William R. A theologian known for his work on worship and the early church, Webber was founder and president of the Institute for Worship Studies, Orange Park, Florida
Susan P. said Lots of info here. Good book for worship class. Written with understanding and easy to understand Several years ago I asked a youth minister to define worship. The "worship movement" was taking off, and I was a little bit uneasy about the emphasis of emotion over depth in the songs I was hearing. He didn't give me an answer and seemed a bit offended at the question. Oddly, I had no clear definition of worship myself, other than the stock phrases "to bow down" or "to exalt".Most evangelicals believe in worship. They understand the vague concept that worship means. David Burke said Webber reconsidered. Webber is a leading writer on worship with high and present impact. This book is easy to read and comprehensive in scope.But there's a few concerns.I found the Biblical material rather light and unsatisfying and prefer David Peterson there.I'm troubled by his remark on pWebber reconsidered David Burke Webber is a leading writer on worship with high and present impact. This book is easy to read and comprehensive in scope.But there's a few concerns.I found the Biblical material rather light and unsatisfying and prefer David Peterson there.I'm troubled by his remark on p49 in which he elevates the immediate post-apostolic fathers to having a status nearly equivalent to the Scriptures. Thus, his study of post-apostolic early Christian worship is included under his 'B. 9 in which he elevates the immediate post-apostolic fathers to having a status nearly equivalent to the Scriptures. Thus, his study of post-apostolic early Christian worship is included under his 'B
Reformatted for an easier, logical approach to worship theology, this revised edition of Worship Old and New is divided into four major sections, addressing the biblical foundation of worship, its theology, its history, and its practice. Well-versed in the best of both past and present, Worship Old and New is a scholarly, up-to-date, and thought-provoking resource for those serious about exploring worship.. “A worship that will have staying power is a worship that is firmly grounded in the old, yet aware of and concerned for new ways to respond to the old, old story.” In the first edition of Worship Old and New, Robert E. Since then, the spreading fires of worship renewal have provided opportunity for fresh consideration. Webber introduced an approach to worship that blended historical and traditional practices with contemporary elements. New information has been incorporated into each section to give the reader a better grasp of the biblical themes of worship, a deeper understanding of Old Testament customs, and a solid grounding in modern-day renewal movements. It is intended to be used both in the classroom and by those who want to improve
Webber introduced an approach to worship that blended historical and traditional practices with contemporary elements. Especially significant is a reexamination of the actual practice of worship that goes beyond the merely academic to provide a practical perspective through the eyes of the worship leader and worshipers. It is intended to be used both in the classroom and by those who want to improve worship in the local church. Reformatted for an easier, logical approach to worship theology, this revised edition of Worship Old and New is divided into four major sections, addressing the biblical foundation of worship, its theology, its history, and its practice. This significantly revised edition is the result of Webber's interaction with current worship trends. . Since then, the spreading fires of worship renew