WHEN WOMEN WORSHIP: Creating an Atmosphere of Intimacy with God - Softcover

DOCKERY AMIE

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0830742794 ISBN 13: 9780830742790

Publisher: Regal Books, 2007

Synopsis

Women were created for intimacy with God. But so many things get in the way! Past abuse. Regret. Shame. Feelings of unworthiness. How can worship hold any real meaning? Using the model of Mary of Bethany, who anointed Jesus' feet with costly perfume, readers discover how the act of worship itself is transformation. Worship can be a place of truth and transparency! Through stories of gifted women who have overcome tremendous pain and obstacles to become worship leaders today, they show the deepness and widness of God's love for women everywhere.

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About the Author

AMIE DOCKERY is director of women’s ministry at Covenant Church in Dallas, Texas, and is also the author of Designing Your Dream Husband. Amie and her husband, Stacey, are both associate pastors, and together oversee the Married Life department at Covenant Church. They have four children.

MARY ALESSI, songwriter and worship leader, and her husband, Steve, pastor Metro Life Worship Center in Miami, Florida. Her second independent music album, More, features many of her own songs. She and Steve are active in Mercy House, a residential program for troubled teenage girls and unwed mothers that provides counseling, education and a safe environment.

From the Back Cover

You were created for intimacy with God. But so many things get in the way! Past abuse. Regret. Shame. Maybe you feel unworthy. Maybe you lack any real desire. How can worship hold any real meaning? Discover how the act of worship is transformational. When you look at worship as a place of truth and transparency, you will be challenged to embrace the truth about yourself. We come to God, ready to receive courage through Him to overcome past hurts and present obstacles. We give them to Him, and in exchange, He offers us freedom, wholeness and delight in adoring your Creator.Come closer to God. Be inspired to trust Him with your past. Through stories of gifted women who have overcome tremendous pain and obstacles to become worship leaders today, you ll see the deepness and wideness of God s love. You ll also learn about Biblical women who worshiped despite oppressive circumstances, and found strength and confidence to continue to focus on God. Draw nearer to God. Be unafraid. He s waiting for you!

Edition details

• Publisher: Regal Books
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0830742794
• ISBN 13: 9780830742790
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 1