Sometimes, I read a book by one author recognizing another author. In “Aiming To Please,” Wes Bredenhof refers to Bryan Chapell’s “Christ-Centered Worship” when he speaks about the Call to Worship. A Call to Worship should call people to DO SOMETHING. As a call to worship, a (familiar) Scripture verse […]

In a paper, I argued that “It is well with my soul” lacked a biblical foundation, and my point was not challenged. I know this song has emotional value, and I am not criticizing people who like this song, are comforted by it, or have memories. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐲 𝐥𝐨𝐭, 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮 […]

In a paper, I argued that “It is well with my soul” lacked a biblical foundation. I know this song has emotional value, and I am not criticizing people who like this song, are comforted by it, or have memories. I like the song too. Whatever my lot, Thou hast […]

I have heard: “The author does not matter as long as the song is biblical.” However, we usually don’t think this way. The World Economic Forum (WEF) and a Tourism Agency could communicate a similar story, but it is interpreted differently depending on the author. People evaluate promotions of medical […]

I have heard: “The author does not matter as long as the song is biblical.” However, we usually don’t think this way. The World Economic Forum and a Tourism Agency could communicate a similar story, but it is interpreted differently depending on the author. People evaluate promotions of medical inventions […]

We spent some classes on the true meaning of Scripture and its reflection in the songs. We recognized the misuse of the text “I can do all things through Him,” — but what if it would be the theme of a song? We had to review our worship repertoire (which […]

In one of my classes, we discussed if the author or songwriter matters. The discussion included Hillsong and Bethel music that many contemporary churches sing, raising the question about an endorsement by affiliation. If the text has a biblical reference and is not against doctrine, should the song be OK […]

How do you feel about the church? It’s just a building, right? It is basically a space we use for worship, and that could be any place. After all, we worship in spirit and truth – location is irrelevant. But, when we worship in a space, that space becomes special, […]

Sursum Corda (Latin) means: “Lift up your hearts.” In the past, our corporate worship service started with the words: “Congregation, LIFT UP YOUR HEARTS TO THE LORD and confess together.” We have replaced that call of all times and places with the question: “Where does our help come from?” The […]