Drawing together scholars from fields of biblical studies, systematic theology, liturgics, and pastoral theology, In Praise of Worship questions an overemphasis on singing and music (alone) as worship in today's church. Whilst not minimizing moments of conscious and deliberate worship, the authors show that according to a close reading of Scripture and a clear understanding of theology, the whole of our lives is to be considered as worship-glorifying to the Lord who deserves such honor.Contributors:Nancy AultAlastair CampbellDavid J. CohenDavid G. FirthTravis FitchMichael W. GoheenStephen HaarBrian S. HarrisChris JackAngela McCarthyAlan NivenJohn W. OlleyMichael O'NeilRobin ParryMichael ParsonsMichael J. Quicke

Michael Parsons is Director of Postgraduate Research and Lecturer in Christian Thought at Vose Seminary, Perth, Western Australia. He is the author of Luther and Calvin on Old Testament Narratives (2004), Reformation Marriage (2005), Calvin's Preaching on the Prophet Micah (2006), and Martin Luther's Interpretation of the Royal Psalms (2009). Parsons is also the editor of Text and Task: Scripture and Mission (2005).

David Cohen is Head of Biblical Studies, Old Testament, at Vose Seminary, Perth, Western Australia. He has written about the relevance of lament psalms for worship and pastoral care in Text and Task: Scripture and Mission (2005). Parsons and Cohen, together, previously edited On Eagles' Wings.