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Paints a picture of the evangelical faith\u2019s future by showing
how early church tradition provides the resources for answering
today\u2019s postmodern generation.
A worship that will have staying power is a worship that is firmly
grounded in the old, yet aware of and concerned for new ways to
respond to the old, old story. In the first edition of Worship Old
and New, Robert E. Webber introduced an approach to worship that
blended historical and traditional practices with contemporary
elements. Since then, the spreading fires of worship renewal have
provided opportunity for fresh consideration. This significantly
revised edition is the result of Webber s interaction with current
worship trends. It is intended to be used both in the classroom and
by those who want to improve worship in the local church.
Reformatted for an easier, logical approach to worship theology,
this revised edition of Worship Old and New is divided into four
major sections, addressing the biblical foundation of worship, its
theology, its history, and its practice. New information has been
incorporated into each section to give the reader a better grasp of
the biblical themes of worship, a deeper understanding of Old
Testament customs, and a solid grounding in modern-day renewal
movements. Especially significant is a reexamination of the actual
practice of worship that goes beyond the merely academic to provide
a practical perspective through the eyes of the worship leader and
worshipers. Well-versed in the best of both past and present,
Worship Old and New is a scholarly, up-to-date, and
thought-provoking resource for those serious about exploring
worship."
The traditional way of doing theology among evangelicals---setting
forth a rigid theological system and then vigorously defending it
as revealed truth---has tended to emphasize points of disagreement
among Christians rather than the beliefs we all hold in common.
This book is a welcome departure. What Christians Believe offers a
general theology that will serve all groups of evangelical
Christians. It focuses on the unity of the various confessions
while affirming diversity in matters of secondary importance.What
Christians Believe takes the approach of contextualized
theology---that is, it recognizes that all theological systems
reflect the cultural grid in which they developed. Therefore, this
book takes a two-pronged approach to each concept it covers. Alan
F. Johnson discusses its biblical foundation, and Robert E. Webber
traces its historical development in the church.
How can evangelism produce not only converts but also disciples who
grow in faith and become active members of the church? In
Ancient-Future Evangelism, Robert Webber presents a model of
evangelism and discipleship firmly rooted in Scripture, attested to
in the history of the church, and authentic to the postmodern world
in which we live. Webber surveys evangelism throughout the
centuries, tracing the development of the ancient process of
Christian formation. He translates that process for the
twenty-first century, presenting four stages-conversion,
discipleship, spiritual formation, and Christian vocation-that can
easily be adapted to various church traditions. He also suggests
three practical rites of passage to accompany this "ancient-future"
practice of making disciples. Webber then underscores how the
four-fold process of faith formation is interwoven with three
theological themes: Christ as victor over evil, the church as
witness to God's salvation, and worship as a witness to God's
mission accomplished in Jesus. "A simplistic and reductionistic
understanding of salvation has led to an obsession with conversion
to the detriment of discipleship. Robert Webber provides a helpful
framework to all who desire a deeper perspective on this
significant subject. Every Christian disturbed by the lack of depth
in the church should read Ancient-Future Evangelism."- Appianda
Arthur, president, Global Leaders Initiative, Colorado Springs
Robert E. Webber is Myers Professor of Ministry at Northern
Seminary and the president of the Institute for Worship Studies. He
is the author of a number of books, including Ancient-Future Faith.
With the many models of worship available, choosing a style to
worship God can be a bit overwhelming. Is it better to go with
traditional or contemporary models? Christians may find themselves
asking how early believers worshiped and whether they can provide
insight into how we should praise God today.
Rooted in historical models and patristic church studies,
"Ancient-Future Worship" examines how early Christian worship
models can be applied to the postmodern church. Pastors and church
leaders, as well as younger evangelical and emerging church groups,
will find this last book in the respected Ancient-Future series an
invaluable resource for authentic worship.
Why do so many evangelicals flock to liturgical traditions today?
Robert Webber first explored the question in this thoughtful and
engaging classic in 1989; now evangelical scholar and pastor Lester
Ruth updates the conversation. Much remains of Webber s beloved
original text, including his discussion of Anglicanism s six great
gifts: mystery and awe, Christ-centered worship, sacramental
reality, historical identity, participation in catholic traditions
and holistic spirituality. Ruth adds fresh stories from
evangelicals who have followed Webber s footsteps on the Canterbury
trail, along with new essays that highlight the diversity of
Anglican expressions today."
An exploration of what worship looks like from a biblical
standpoint and why the topic of worship can be so contentious among
Christians. Because worship is inherently theological--because it's
a manifestation of humanity's response to God's holiness--it's
important to take seriously how we worship and the roles it serves
in personal displays of adoration and in community with other
believers. Exploring the Worship Spectrum provides an overview,
critique, and celebration of six prominent worship styles:
Formal-Liturgical - represented by Paul Zahl Traditional Hymn-Based
- represented by Harold Best Contemporary Music-Driven -
represented by Joe Horness Charismatic - represented by Don
Williams Blended - represented by Robert Webber Emerging -
represented by Sally Morgenthaler This unique format allows those
with a heart for worship to compare different perspectives and draw
their own conclusions on what the Bible teaches. It allows readers
to understand the various approaches to worship, carefully evaluate
their strengths and weaknesses, and make personal choices without
adopting a judgmental spirit. The Counterpoints series presents a
comparison and critique of scholarly views on topics important to
Christians that are both fair-minded and respectful of the biblical
text. Each volume is a one-stop reference that allows readers to
evaluate the different positions on a specific issue and form their
own, educated opinion.
One of the most popular current views on spirituality is that there
are varied paths to God. In this new Ancient-Future series book,
Bob Webber evaluates this common misunderstanding of spirituality
as separated from God's story, extremely self-focused, and shaped
by our surrounding culture. This challenging work offers a
corrective, calling us to an alternative Christian spirituality,
one that reveals two sides-that of God's "divine embrace" of us and
our passionate response. "The Divine Embrace" is a fresh, grounded
look at true spirituality that will be embraced by pastors,
thinking Christians, and anyone looking for an engaging and
thorough treatment of this topic.
Who gets to narrate the world? The late Robert Webber believed this
question to be the most pressing issue of our time. Christianity in
America, he preached, will not survive if Christians are not rooted
in and informed by the uniquely Christian story that is the gospel
of Jesus Christ. This is the burden of Webber's final book, Who
Gets to Narrate the World?: Contending for the Christian Story in
an Age of Rivals. Convinced that American evangelicals are facing
the demise of their entire way of life and faith, Webber challenges
his readers to rise up and engage both the external and internal
challenges confronting them today. This means that Christians must
repent of their cultural accommodation and reclaim the unique
story--the Christian story--that God has given them both to
proclaim and to live.
This book is a companion to Webber's "Journey to Jesus"
seminars, held in over 100 American cities from 2000-2003.
The "seeker" model of worship presupposes a split between what
goes on during the worship service and how the church evangelizes
its members into full discipleship in Jesus Christ. The basic idea
is to draw the unchurched in through lively, uplifting services,
and then move them into small group ministries that will lead them
to a deeper understanding of the Christian life. While this model
works well in some, mostly "start-up" congregations, it has been a
dismal failure in traditional, established churches, many of which
have had to abandon their seeker services.
Robert Webber here proposes an alternative: a model of worship
that emphasizes the fact that those who come to worship are at very
different points in their spiritual lives. Rather than ignore these
differences or gear all of worship to those already established in
the faith, he argues that churches should openly recognize the
stages of faith through which their members are passing, and
structure their worship and ministry to celebrate those stages,
openly encouraging Christians to move from spiritual infancy to
maturity in Christ.
Planning Blended Worship: The Creative Mixture of Old and New is a
guide to planning creative worship for congregations that follow
the traditional fourfold pattern of worship (gathering, word,
table, and dismissal), or those who prefer a free-church,
evangelical style, but who are also interested in the core
practices (space, texts, and so forth) that have characterized
Christian worship throughout the centuries. Robert Webber designed
this volume to show pastors, music directors, and other worship
leaders the practical, structural, and theological steps for
designing worship services characterized by biblical depth,
historical awareness, and contemporary relevance. The author
includes charts and forms at the end of each chapter that clearly
show how music and other arts can be integrated with liturgical
texts.
Discover ancient rhythms for a new spiritual awakening God's people
have always celebrated his work by retelling the stories of his
mighty deeds of salvation. In a time when the church's memory
sometimes seems short, many are rediscovering the value of using
the Christian year to pattern our celebrations around the essential
truths of the faith. In Ancient-Future Time, Robert Webber draws
from this church tradition by introducing and exploring biblical
themes and liturgical traditions for each season of the Christian
calendar. Helpful charts, prayers, reflection questions, and
resource lists are provided for those planning church worship or
seeking old, yet new, paths to spiritual growth through a deeper
understanding of the Christian year. "In an age that says, 'time is
money, ' Robert Webber says, 'time is spirituality.' Webber reminds
us of the many old truths about the Christian year, which if
followed, can become a countercultural witness and a very practical
means of drawing closer to Jesus Christ."-Mark Galli, managing
editor, Christianity Today "The rhythm of Christian-year
spirituality is part of the heritage of liturgical wisdom that
Robert Webber has long been relaying to evangelicals
enthusiastically and with flair. The layout of it here is the
spiritual equivalent of a combined course of antibiotics and
vitamins; all who take the course will benefit greatly from this
book."-J. I. Packer, professor of theology, Regent College Robert
E. Webber is Myers Professor of Ministry at Northern Seminary and
the president of the Institute for Worship Studies. He is the
author of a number of books, including Ancient-Future Faith and The
Younger Evangelicals.
The insights of the early church hold vast potential for
strengthening the community life and ministry of the contemporary
church. Robert Webber sounded this theme in his original 1978
edition of Common Roots. Over the past thirty years, this book has
been recognized as Webber s seminal work, providing a foundation
for the ancient-future faith movement. Here is Webber s original
clarion call, presented with an extensive foreword by David Neff,
editor-in-chief of Christianity Today magazine and executive
director of the Robert E. Webber Center for an Ancient-Evangelical
Future. The book will promote new conversations about
ancient-future faith and its relationship to modern evangelicalism.
Webber examines evangelicalism through the lens of the early church
(AD 100 500). He searches for the roots of evangelical
Christianity, then challenges contemporary evangelical beliefs and
practices that are out of harmony with historic Christianity. These
ancient patterns, Webber contends, contain wisdom evangelicals must
recover for worship, theology, mission, and spirituality. Chapters
highlight a problem, investigate an ancient belief or practice, and
suggest an agenda for today. This knowledgeable perspective on
ancient-future faith is perfect for both seasoned scholars and a
new generation of evangelical Christians."
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