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Everyone worships. But Jesus tells us that God is seeking a particular kind of worshiper. In True Worshipers, a seasoned pastor and musician guides readers toward a more engaging, transformative, and biblically faithful understanding of the worship God is seeking. True worship is an activity rooted in the grace of the gospel that affects every area of our lives. And while worship is more than just singing, God's people gathering in his presence to lift their voices in song is an activity that is biblically based, historically rooted, and potentially life-changing. Thoroughly based in Scripture and filled with practical guidance, this book connects Sunday worship to the rest of our lives—helping us live as true worshipers each and every day.
“This important book will inform, instruct and inspire. Bob
reminds us there’s a reason behind our rejoicing, and there’s
substance beneath our singing. Bob patrols the theological borders
of this book like a trusty doberman who won’t allow you to trespass
into unhealthy attitudes and approaches in worship. But for all the
patrolling, there’s even more pastoring. As you
read the pages of this book, be open to the whispers of the Holy
Spirit. Be ready for him to guide you, remind you, re-align you, or
surprise you—for your greater good and his greater glory.”
—Matt Redman, recording artist; songwriter;
worship leader, Brighton
“Brilliant. Freeing. Needed. Worship is often limited to the
walls of the church. In True Worshipers, Bob Kauflin
reminds us that worship isn’t a Sunday morning routine but rather
an everyday lifestyle.”
—Louie Giglio, Pastor, Passion City Church,
Atlanta; Founder, Passion Conferences; author, The
Comeback
“This book brings together years of experience, prayer, study,
and discovery in a way that informs and inspires. For those
passionate about growing deeper in their understanding of worship,
this book is a fantastic and thought-provoking read!”
—Tim Hughes,
singer-songwriter; Director, Worship Central
“True Worshipers is an incredibly helpful book for
understanding what it means to worship God. It goes beyond our
sanctuaries and stages, but it always starts with God. And it
always starts with our hearts. I am grateful for Bob Kauflin’s
refreshing honesty and humility as he shares from his experience.
This book will be my first recommendation for those wanting to lead
worship, as well as anyone seeking to deepen his or her
relationship with God.”
—Lauren Chandler, writer; speaker; singer; wife of
Matt Chandler, The Village Church, Flower Mound, Texas
“Bob Kauflin helps us prepare here and now for what we will
spend an eternity doing in heaven—worshiping in spirit and in truth
the One seated on the throne, singing the song of the Lamb. Nothing
could be more important than this ‘dress rehearsal’ of
worship.”
—Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth, author; Founder,
Revive Our Hearts and True Woman
“Bob Kauflin presents a balanced, mature, biblical understanding
of worship. He is concerned above all for the heart—for the depth
and authenticity of our relationship with God—which so often gets
lost in the controversies over styles and traditions. I profited
from this book, and in it Bob challenged the quality of my
worship.”
—John M. Frame, Professor of Systematic
Theology and Philosophy Emeritus, Reformed Theological Seminary
“With simplicity and clarity, Bob Kauflin tackles issues he has
seen Christians struggle with in the years he has been a pastor,
many of which relate to our gatherings. Bob confronts
misconceptions about worship in an engaging way, relating
everything to Scripture and incorporating helpful insights from
other writers. Here is a book to put into the hands of any believer
who is searching for answers about this vitally important
topic.”
—David Peterson, Emeritus Faculty Member,
Moore College
“At a time when we so casually label all manner of products,
conferences, and ministries with the adjective ‘worship,’ Bob’s
clear, practical, inspiring, and thoroughly biblical book brings us
back to the heart of what is means to be a worshiper of God. Highly
recommended.”
—Stuart Townend, Christian songwriter
“I am so thankful for the guidance Bob Kauflin gives us in
True Worshipers. Bob writes as a pastor who understands
what’s at stake when we talk about worship, connecting our
practices as the church gathered to the much bigger, all-of-life
reality of worship. True Worshipers is a book for all
Christians who want to deepen their practices as worshipers and
deepen their intimacy with God.”
—Mike Cosper, Founder and Director, Harbor
Institute for Faith and Culture
“It’s sad but true: while few things are more fundamental in our
lives than worship, few things are more misunderstood. What
Worship Matters did for worship leaders True
Worshipers does for the rest of us—it draws our attention to
what is most important when we think about worship. As a pastor,
I’m grateful for the role this book will play in cultivating true
worship in our church. As a Christian, I’m grateful this book
challenges me to live my entire life delighting in, exalting, and
serving the Savior. And as Bob’s friend for the past four decades,
I can tell you he is a compelling example of what is written on
every page of this book.”
—C. J. Mahaney, Senior Pastor, Sovereign Grace
Church of Louisville
“Bob Kauflin is a good friend who is always quick to encourage
all that is good about writing, singing, and living the gospel. We
encourage you to read anything he writes!”
—Keith and Kristyn Getty, hymn writers; recording
artists; authors, Sing! How Worship Transforms Your Life,
Family, and Church
Bob Kauflin is a pastor, songwriter, worship leader, and author with over thirty-five years experience. After pastoring for twelve years, he became director of Sovereign Grace Music in 1997. He teaches on congregational worship through WorshipGod conferences, seminars, and his blog, worshipmatters.com. He is currently an elder at Sovereign Grace Church in Louisville, Kentucky. He and his wife, Julie, have six children and an ever-growing number of grandchildren.