Show Notes
In this Q&A episode, Matt Boswell, Ben Haley, and David Ames answer questions submitted by listeners.
Questions Discussed:Do drums and guitars automatically make music contemporary? How would you explain the difference between modern hymns and contemporary worship music? How can a church change its worship culture? What if my pastor doesn’t sing? How can the church utilize, organize, and plan prayer on a Sunday morning? Resources Mentioned:Scripture: Colossians 3:16, Ephesians 5:19 Christ-Centered Worship by Bryan Chapell The Valley of Vision edited by Arthur Bennett
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