Exploring Worship: A Practical Guide to Praise & Worship

Initially was assigned this book by the choir director of my previous church. Found it helpful in how the musicians and choir usher in the Holy Spirit and prepare the congregation for service. Re-reading it as part of my Bible Study group sessions summer reading. Found it helpful in understanding the congregations role in ushering in the Holy Spirit through corporate praise and worship. This book is versatile enough to split into sections and use for various groups or read the entire book to help with your understanding of why we do what we do in worship. Although it was difficult to present this book to the group, because of some preconceived ideas about worship, I think we are all benefiting from the information. This book allows you to take what you need, and can process for yourself without being preachy. I highly recommend it.

This book is amazing. It's filled with lots of amazing information that will help you understand how God wants to be worshiped vs how what is traditionally taught is required to worship Him

I originally purchased this book some twenty years ago while studying worhsip with some friends in upstate NY (southern tier - Olean, Jamestown area) and it is just as fascinating now as it was then, and it sticks! Worship done right never changes...BECAUSE OF WHO HE IS! Yes, we have different styles, different expressions, etc. BUT GOD..............enough said. Those who haven't purchased this really need to have it in their libraries....should be required reading for all those engaged as Worship Leader/Pastor. PRICELESS! I would have paid $50 for this if I needed to. All of Bob Sorge's books are just this in-depth and I'm convinced you can't read his material and not be changed or re-think how you do things.

Learned a lot about how worship is done in a congregations church. I am currently catholic where much of this does not apply. In eastern catholic churches it would not apply as much either. When I was church of Christ there were no instruments and again not much applies. But for most other denominations this is a very good guide. I Also have the workbook, which reinforces the material in the book. The book is well-written and easy to understand and detailed.

I'm a new worship leader and wanted to start off in the right direction by learning what God expects from us during praise and worship. This book is not only clear to read, but fun to read! It seems like every few pages I find myself giving God praise, smiling throughout, and just feeling good because I'm learning so much. I recommend this book to anyone who is just starting out and i'm sure there's plenty in here for people who have been leading worship for years too.

good read

My husband and I are worship Leaders at our church and we have been diving deeper into worship. We were recommended this book by a fellow praise and worship Leader in our area and we absoluetly love this book. This was our first worship book purchase and it was such a great one. The first few chapters really challenged everything we thought about worship and gave biblical truths we now apply and teach to our worship team what we have learned from reading Bob Sorges bool. I would highly recommend this book to any leader in the church that wants to further their worship ministry.

This workbook is really good. It helps you remember what you read. Sort of test your memory and I love it. I read the book over 20 years ago and this workbook wasn't out at that time, at least I didn't know it. I love this extra feature with the newer book that I just purchased and am reading. Make sure to get the workbook and the book. This is good for discussion and a nice selection if you have a bookclub.

One of the best!

very good product recommend

Students loved it

Incredible and insightful book, for anyone that wants to understand the true essence of praise & worship.

This is another excellent book from Mr.Sorge. Very practical and insightful. This book is a must for anyone wanting to grow in the area of worship.