A classic that was ahead of its time when first published 20 years ago is now newly revised and expanded! Ortlund encourages you to pursue God's presence so much that you become "absolutely cotton-mouthed" with thirst! Gain practical insights on various elements of worship, including ambiance, prayer, music, preaching, worship flow, and more. 176 pages, softcover from B&H.
Since its publication over twenty years ago, Up with Worship has proven itself to be an enduring classic. The first book of its type, it was truly ahead of its time. With demand for this book continual and broad, author Anne Ortlund is now revising and expanding on the original theme. Ortlund contends that we fail to experience the Presence when we don't allow ourselves to worship in the now and instead become lost in past successes. Up with Worship encourages the pursuit of God's presence— to the point we become so thirsty we become “absolutely cotton—mouthed.” Up with Worship is also a very practical book that gives “how to” instructions for such worship elements as the prelude, ambience, using praise songs and hymns as well as special music, prayer, announcements, the sacraments, and preaching. Also such “behind the scenes” topics as bulletins, greeters and ushers, preparation, and a worship service flow are covered.
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Reviewed by Bryan McAnally (Florence, CO), November 06, 2001
I received this book from a mentor, and have subsequently given it away to another pastor. I am purchasing multiple copies, because I believe its content is important for everyone who is involved with worship -- and that's everyone under the Lordship of Jesus! This book has a teaching word for everyone -- pastors, musicians, and laity, too. A must-have to the believer's library!
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Reviewed by Larry L. Cawood (Plano, TX 75075), June 01, 2001
I read the first "Up with Worship" and thought it was excellent. I agree that it was ahead of its time. We have incorporated many of the suggestions she makes in our worship service and it really makes a difference. Now we worship God and focus on Him rather than on ourselves, which seems to be the mode of most worship services today. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants a truly great worship experience for all in their church.
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