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The old Hymns Ancient and Modern was arranged in alphabetical order.
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The Church Resources hub provides links to hymns for every Sunday of the Year.
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The theology of hymns has no pastoral implications.
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The nature of God is not expressed in hymnody.
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There are 3 theories of atonement in hymnody.
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The choice of music in a worship service has no impact on the flow of the service.
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A worship leader's primary goal is to create professional worship.
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Effective worship leaders always have a well-planned and flexible plan for their services.
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In any given church, the worship leader has complete control over the music selection for every service.
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Worship leaders should only choose music that they personally enjoy.
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A worship leader's role is limited to selecting music and readings for the service.
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The selection of hymns and songs in worship can be random.
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The worship leader's goal is to create a dramatic shift in the tone of the service to keep the congregation engaged.
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The Cross of Love theory emphasizes the cosmic battle between good and evil.
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Colin Gunton's theory, Evil Healed, is based on the idea of penal substitution.
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St Anselm's theory, Satisfaction, emphasizes the idea of God's forgiving love being manifested in the death of Christ.
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The Cosmic Battle theory is attributed to Peter Abelard.
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The Cross of Love theory is about the victory of Christ in a cosmic battle between good and evil.
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Reformation theologians developed the Cross of Love theory.
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Colin Gunton's theory, Evil Healed, is about the self-sacrificial love of Christ.
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The hymns and worship songs that reflect the Satisfaction theory portray God as a loving and merciful God.
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Study Notes
The Power of Music in Worship
- The choice of hymns and music has a significant impact on the flow of a service, and can either enhance or disrupt the atmosphere of worship.
- Leading worship is not just about choosing favorite hymns or choruses, but about creating a space for meaningful engagement with God.
Creating Flow in Worship
- The goal of the worship leader is to create a safe space for others to worship God, not to draw attention to themselves.
- A good worship leader must plan ahead and be prepared for things to go wrong, in order to quickly put others at ease and refocus on God.
Choosing Music for Worship
- The ability to choose music for services varies from one church to another, and from one service to another.
- There are many resources available to help leaders choose music, including hymn books and online resources like the Church Resources hub.
The Theological and Pastoral Implications of Hymnody
- The words we sing in worship have a significant impact on our theology and pastoral practice.
- Inclusive language is important in worship, and many hymn books and liturgical resources are making a conscious effort to use inclusive language.
Inclusive Worship
- The Methodist Hymn book prioritizes inclusive language, recognizing the importance of language in shaping our understanding of God and our relationship with God.
Theology of Hymnody
- The theology behind the hymns and songs we choose is crucial, as it affects our understanding of God and our relationship with God.
- Different hymns and songs express different theologies of the nature of God and the cross.
The Nature of God in Hymnody
- Our hymns and songs express different understandings of the nature of God, and can have significant pastoral implications.
The Nature of the Cross
- Our hymnody also expresses different understandings of the nature of the cross and atonement, including theories such as the Cross of Love, Evil Healed, Cosmic Battle, and Satisfaction (Penal Substitution).
- These different theologies can have significant implications for our understanding of God and our relationship with God.
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This quiz explores the effect of music on worship services, including choosing hymns and creating a seamless flow during prayer. Learn how music can enhance or disrupt the worship experience.
