A Praise-and-worship Concern

The worship style known as "praise and worship" may be described as a continuously flowing style in which more upbeat songs of celebration ("praise") are combined with, or lead into, slower songs or choruses of a more devotional nature ("worship"). The focus in praise and worship is on entering into the presence of the Lord and offering personal adoration to Him through corporate musical expression. Because the praise-and-worship movement is a relatively new worship tradition, its staying power and future direction is uncertain. This discussion provides helpful insight into these issues. Five Current Trends in Praise and Worship Praise and worship are causing a spiritual "explosion" in the hearts of believers around the nation. As I travel the country doing worship seminars, I have witnessed a fresh breath of new life being brought to birth by the Holy Spirit. Many churches are waking up to the power of God's presence through praise. God's people are experiencing individual and corp…