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  • Hymn Reflection: All Creatures of our God and King

    Church Music in America is seemingly “torn between two lovers, feeling like a fool.” That is to say, we are experiencing a period of transition stylistically, theologically, and musically as well as lyrically. There appears to be a groundswell of… Continue reading

  • Shaped Notes and Widescreens

    Last Thursday, I was blessed to be invited to present a lecture presentation sponsored by Abilene Christian University’s Charis Foundation (www.char.is). This lecture focuses on just a smidge, an introduction, a snippet of my research into the hymnody, worship, and… Continue reading

  • Worship & Spiritual Maturity

    Last week, I presented a session at ACU on Worship & Spiritual Maturity called “I Shall Not Be Moved…” There’s so much important material on this subject…the importance of participation as it relates to spiritual formation & maturity…how singing shapes… Continue reading

  • Build Your Kingdom Here

    I posted a few days ago about the theology of the songs we sing about Heaven…I also talk about the upward trend we’re seeing in worship music to include a broader, kingdom theme.  One  of those groups that are giving… Continue reading

  • “Law of Love and Gospel of Peace”

    Last Christmas, I wrote this post amidst a sea of unrest, politically and otherwise.  In light of recent tragic events, especially in Orlando, I’m reposting it here today. There has been a lot of swirling conversation going on around me,… Continue reading

    “Law of Love and Gospel of Peace”