Christian music today encompasses a broad category that includes black gospel, contemporary Christian, Christian rock, Christian rap, and traditional praise and worship music, all of which jumped in sales by more than 20% after the September 11th attacks (Green). Jerry Phelps of Paradigm Management Group says, "Christian music is no longer a genre of its own," for there are so many types within it and people, especially young people, gravitate to music they relate to and that expresses their feelings (Fitzhugh-Craig)
Many people appreciate the uplifting lyrics of Christian music which rather than focusing on the negative and misery of life, tends to focus on the positive things, thus it brings hope and meaning (Fitzhugh-Craig). Not only are there more Christian festivals and concerts popping up around the country, but more and more churches are beginning to offer a menu of services in an effort to accommodate the various preferences of worshippers (Garza)
According to SoundScan, Christian music sold 49.9 million albums in 2001, up 12% from the previous year, and continues to climb while other music genres slack in sales (Green)
Rick Cole of Capital Christian believes that the door cannot stay closed forever, and feels that by offering different services based on music preference is an opportunity for the entire congregation to unite (Garza). Contemporary worship music began with the Jesus movement of the early 1970's and the rise of charismatic churches, and although it paralleled the growth in contemporary Christian rock and pop music, it remained separate until a few years ago (Levy)
Light in Christian Worship Candlelight in Biblical and Historical Times Light as an essential component of life itself has played a significant role in Christian worship, both as a symbol and in practice (Anderson 2003)
Light in Christian Worship Candlelight in Biblical and Historical Times Light as an essential component of life itself has played a significant role in Christian worship, both as a symbol and in practice (Anderson 2003)
And churches endorse the lighting of candles to facilitate prayer and worship within the church premises or space (Lebednick). Candle Use in Christian Churches Most of these churches use and view the candle as symbolizing Jesus as the Light of the world or the presence and power of God (Baker 2009)
This evolution includes the introduction of lights and candles, which reflect the rise in the social rank by bishops (Anderson). Signs in Worship Candles are used in Christian worship to honor the traditions set forth by Church observances and the forms of public worship in a particular occasion (Bosch 2001)
Zoroastrian rituals and ceremonies always included sacred fires (VAM). Service of the Shadows Churches, which observe this service, light a flame on Good Friday (Bratcher 2010)
") The worship of many gods was common at that time, but "Abraham revolutionized the concept of religion and the idea of deity by proclaiming his belief in one God." (Dosick, 1995, p
According to the Koran, Jews (and Christians) are considered to be "People of the book," or to have a similar heritage. (Goldschmidt, 2006, p
From the Crusades to the Spanish Inquisition, anti-Semitism permeated European Christian culture, ultimately culminating with the German attempt to commit genocide against European Jewry. (Moss) The Germans, under the leadership of the Nazis, engaged in the "final solution" to what they called "the Jewish problem" by ordering the extermination of every Jewish man, woman, and child
13 Take off the golden necklaces from the marble neck of the goddess14; take off her gauds; the goddess must be washed from top to toe." (Ovid and Fantham) OVID, a Latin poet, who gained fame and success in 1st Century BC and early 1st Century AD in Rome is best known for his works during the reign of the Emperor Augustus
They prayed a prayer of expectation, not a prayer of asking and saw the word of God as a means of awareness and learning. "African-Americans express their corporate and personal belief that God in Jesus Christ continues to work for good in every aspect of their lives" (Costen, 2010, p
"The story of the first Pentecost has always served as an inspiration for people who are discontented with the way religion or the world in general is going. They turn to it because it is packed with promise" (Cox, 2001, p
Jenkins also notes the difference. "In 1950 a list of the world's leading Christian countries would have included Britain, France, Spain, and Italy, but none of these names will be represented in a corresponding list for 2050" (Jenkins, 2011, p
In an exactly identical manner, lecteo divina's stages or steps signify a to-and-fro oscillation between the two spiritual poles. Through lecteo divina, one can identify one's basic spiritual rhythm, identifying various different means of experiencing the presence of God -- several different ways to pray (Dysinger 1990)
Submit before the Lord 1. Prior to moving forward, you may contemplate a reminder which might aid you in dwelling on or incarnating this word all through the day (Foster and Foster n
His faithfulness links us all together all through history as well as into the future. How does one worship Him more completely? Through joy, thanksgiving, song, and the recognition that He is our Lord, our Creator, our King, and Shepherd (Wise 2012)