Does It Matter What We Sing? I noticed an article recently in a Christian publication claiming that a number of well known, much-used worship songs were actually unbiblical. The writer's arguments concerning specific songs were not particularly convincing, but it did raise an…
The Heart Of Worship The story behind Matt Redman's new album, The Heart of Worship. Read about the insight and inspiration which led to the creation of the songs from Matt's new recording.
Maker Of All Things Recently driving through Scotland, I was reminded again of the wonder of creation. The rolling hills, beautiful lakes and misty countryside mornings spoke of a majestic God, the author of creation. It was hard not to respond in worship and be amazed…
String Arrangements Most in 'heartofworship.com' circles might recognise Keith Getty's name as co-writer of the song "In Christ Alone" with Stuart Townend. Yet Keith is also a producer of shows and albums, and score-writer with credits including instrumental…
In Christ Alone There's no doubt about it - recent events have shaken the world. That's particularly true for those of us who live in the Western world - a world where, before September 11th, the word 'crisis' might be used to describe a possible downturn in the…
Better Is One Day The text of this song is taken primarily from Psalm 84. Spend some time reading and meditating on Psalm 84. Charles Spurgeon calls this psalm "one of the choicest of the collection" of psalms. It is definitely one of the most beautiful and sweet…
Great Big God As parents of small children, we are wisely instructed to "child proof" our houses. In other words, make them safe and child-friendly. The best way to do this is to get down on two knees and crawl around the house looking at the world from a…
A Skillful Psalm Psalm 47 is an incredible Psalm of worship and praise - one which today's lead worshippers should go to often for encouragement to do what we do. Here we are exhorted to clap our hands, "Shout to God with the voice of joy," and sing praises to God.…
Lord, Let Your Glory Fall The song "Lord, let your glory fall" is taken from the book of 2 Chronicles, chapters 5 to 7. I think this must be one of the most powerful and inspiring examples of congregational worship in the Bible. The work for the temple had all been done, and…
Blessed Be Your Name I recently wrote a little book on worship, "The Unquenchable Worshipper". The title chapter looks at a kind of worship that endures through every situation. A praise that overcomes the storms of life, and cries out ...
I Surrender "I surrender, I lie down, I give up." In the world, these words are rarely spoken. We are always taught to fight, to keep trying, to win. In the military, these words declare defeat. In sports, they result in a loss. In illness, they can mean death.…
Who's Really The Worship Leader I heard recently some discussion of whether the term "Lead worshipper" would actually be a more helpful one than "Worship leader" when it comes to the role we play in worship. At first I thought this was just some clever word-play, and that there…
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