Encountering God Together

Biblical Patterns for Ministry
and Worship: Leading Worship Services That
Honor God, Minister to His People, and Build His Church.

'I am often disturbed or disappointed by what I experience when I go to " church,' says David Peterson. 'At first glance the issues seem to be " practical... Mostly, however, these practical failings seem to reveal a poor
understanding of why we gather, little awareness of how to lead a gathering
effectively, and an inadequate grasp of what we should expect from our time
together.'

In response, Peterson offers this accessible and stimulating exposition,
intended to help everyone involved in planning and leading church services
think more biblically and creatively about this important ministry. Our
ultimate aim should be to honour and glorify God as we take our part in the
edification of his church.

'We encounter God by listening to what he has revealed to us in Scripture and
by responding to the work of his Son, as the gospel directs. The gift of his
Spirit enables us to minister his truth to one another and to take our part in
the building of his church. In biblically informed singing, in reading and
reflecting on the Bible together, in biblically driven prayer and praise, and
in sharing the Lord's Supper together, God confronts us with his character and
will for us and makes it possible for us to submit to and serve him
appropriately in every area of our lives.' (= 1596387068 / 9781596387065)

'Almost 15 years ago, David PetersonÆs book Engaging with God rocked my
world. I had never read a book that so effectively combined faithful biblical
scholarship with a passion for the gospel and linked both of them to what we
call ôworship.ö It remains my number one book to recommend on the theology of
worship. His new book, Encountering God Together, is a long-awaited follow-up,
providing biblical, practical, and insightful guidelines for thinking through
how God wants us to meet with him as we meet with each other. He covers a broad
range of topics including prayer, Scripture reading, preaching, bodily
expression, liturgy, evangelism, and emotions. And as youÆd expect, the beauty
and power of ChristÆs atoning work shine throughout. Tight in all the right
places and encouraging biblically informed freedom everywhere else,
Encountering God Together should be read by anyone involved in planning or
leading gatherings of the church.' - Bob Kauflin

Recommended € 14,90