Theological Foundations of Worship Biblical, Systematic, and Practical Perspectives

An ecumenical team of scholars presents key theological concepts related to worship to help readers articulate their own theology of worship. This volume brings together an ecumenical team of scholars to present key theological concepts related to worship. "Written by distinguished contributors representing a range of Christian traditions, this volume provides insightful perspectives on biblical, theological, and cultural dimensions of Christian worship. It will serve as an excellent central text for use in Christian worship courses." -- Monique M. Ingalls, Baylor University "To have such a comprehensive resource on different theologies of worship from such a range of authors is like a dream come true." -- Lester Ruth, Duke Divinity School "Worship leaders from a wide variety of backgrounds will benefit from this solid body of work by both senior and emerging scholars in the fields of biblical studies and systematic, historical, missional, and liturgical theologies." -- Martha Moore-Keish, Columbia Theological Seminary "An essential guide for those seeking to gain a deeper understanding of the multifaceted connections between what we believe and what we do in corporate worship." -- María Eugenia Cornou, Calvin Institute of Christian Worship "Place this book beside your prayer book, your devotional guide, your hymn book, your favorite sacred video clips, or your spiritual playlist of songs, and let them talk with each other. You will feel more deeply and worship more fully." -- C. Michael Hawn, Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University (emeritus) Contributors E. Byron (Ron) Anderson Rhodora E. Beaton Teresa Berger Andrew E. Hill Mark A. Lamport Lizette Larson-Miller Maurice Lee Anne McGowan Ronald T. Michener Bruce T. Morrill Ivana Noble Martyn Percy Pheme Perkins Peter C. Phan Don E. Saliers Eugene R. Schlesinger W. David O. Taylor James K. Wellman Jr. Khalia J. Williams This volume brings together an ecumenical team of scholars to present key theological concepts related to worship to help readers articulate their own theology of worship. Contributors explore the history of theology's impact on worship practices across the Christian tradition, highlighting themes such as creation, pneumatology, sanctification, and mission. The book includes introductions by N. T. Wright and Nicholas Wolterstorff. A forthcoming volume will address the historical foundations of worship.

Pagina's: 320, Paperback, Baker Academic, Div of Baker Publishing Group