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Endorsements for “Worship in Song”

Scott Aniol June 18th, 2008

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Endorsements are starting to come in for my new book, which is set to be typeset soon. Here are some of them:

“Scott Aniol is at once theologian, historian, philosopher, aesthetician, musician, logician, and pastor in this encapsulating must-read entry in the worship wars.  His biblical and musical insights are remarkable for any one person to make, let alone one so young.”
- Timothy Shafer
Professor of Music at Penn State University

“Unhappily, the whole controversy about worship style has degenerated into arguments based on personal preference, particularly regarding what kind of music is acceptable. Far too frequently, advocates for both “contemporary music” and “traditional music,” while giving verbal testimony to their concern for God’s glory, defend their positions with man-centered reasoning. Although proponents of neither position would admit it, what pleases people often takes precedence over any consideration of what pleases the Lord. Scott Aniol’s treatment of this hot topic is refreshingly and delightfully different. Throughout, his analysis is God-focused, biblically based, thought provoking, and practical. He argues convincingly that music is not neutral and that there are indeed music styles that have infiltrated the church that are absolutely inappropriate for acceptable service unto the Lord. I highly recommend Worship in Song for any who are serious about worshipping the Lord in keeping with the beauty of His holiness, especially in song–an integral element in biblical worship.”
- Michael P. V. Barrett
President of Geneva Reformed Seminary (Greenville, SC)

“Worship In Song is one of the most insightful explanations of biblical worship that I have ever read.  Pastor Scott Aniol harmonizes the concepts of God’s beauty, aesthetics, affection for God, accurate theology, and musical expertise unlike any other book on this subject.  I enthusiastically recommend Worship In Song as a must read for pastors, church music directors, and all Christian musicians who sincerely desire to help lead their congregations to worship God in spirit and in truth.”
- Michael Harding
Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church, Troy, MI

“Scott Aniol provides a tremendous service to all who would seek to please the Lord Jesus Christ in their thoughts and emotions and in that place where their thoughts and emotions are drawn together to please God – their worship.  This book is scripturally, logically and carefully crafted.  The tone of each page is gracious.  The documentation of this work is clear.  Best of all, the content of this book is readable and memorable.  Here is a volume well-suited for those who would instruct others formally but also of great value to all who would honestly ask, ‘How can I know how my musical selections honor God?’”
- Charles Phelps
President, Maranatha Baptist Bible College

“Worship in Song may not always be an easy read, but it should become a must read for those seeking answers to tough questions about music.   The book is well written, well researched, and well documented.  Arguments are clearly presented.   Scott Aniol takes the reader to Scripture for answers; the use of secular sources is appropriate and necessary.  He is gracious and uncompromising, balanced and fair.”
- Ed Dunbar, Chairman
Division of Music
Bob Jones University


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One Response to “Endorsements for “Worship in Song””

  1. # Chrison 18 Jun 2008 at 2:52 pm

    Fantastic. These are wonderful compliments Scott, I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy.

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