In this conversation with Dr. Simeon Zahl we explore his latest book, The Holy Spirit and Christian Experience, and what it has to say about leading worship: 1. moving past the false dichotomy of theology and experience, 2. the distinction between law and gospel in worship, 3. the ways in which the Holy Spirit's work is connected to salvation and how that relates to our experience. If shownotes do not appear, follow this link: https://theologyinmotion.libsyn.com/book-the-holy-spirit-and-christian-experience-zahl  

Theology in Motion

Book: The Holy Spirit and Christian Experience (Zahl)

In this conversation with Rev. Bob Sundquist we explore the biblical narrative of baptism starting in a seemingly unlikely place: the Old Testament. If shownotes do not appear, follow this link: https://theologyinmotion.libsyn.com/baptism-and-the-old-testament-sundquist

Baptism and the Old Testament (Sundquist)

In this conversation with Dr. Paul Elliott and Kip Fox we explore the song "Long Live the King" based upon Psalm 72 - a part of CWL's Psalm Libary Initiative and: 1. the exegesis of Psalm 72, 2. what it is like for a songwriter to work with an academic theologian (and vice versa), 3. going "behind the music" with the songwriters of 'Long Live the King". If shownotes do not appear, follow this link: https://theologyinmotion.libsyn.com/psalm-72-long-live-the-king-elliott-fox  

Psalm 72: Long Live the King (Elliott, Fox)

In this conversation with Rev. Dr. Constance Cherry we explore her book The Worship Architect: 1. God's blueprint for worship, 2. the leader's role in designing services, 3. how worship designers engage culture, and 4. criteria for song selection. If shownotes do not appear, follow this link: https://theologyinmotion.libsyn.com/book-the-worship-architect-cherry

Book: The Worship Architect (Cherry)

Co-hosted by Kip Fox, in this conversation with Rev. Dr. Mark Mattes we explore: 1. Mark's book Martin Luther's Theology of Beauty, 2. What makes worship "beautiful," 3. The distinction between theological and creation categories for beauty, and 4. The role of the artist in worship. If shownotes do not appear, follow this link: https://theologyinmotion.libsyn.com/theology-of-beauty-mattes

Theology of Beauty (Mattes)

In this conversation with Rev. Dr. Glenn Packiam we explore: 1. Glenn's latest book on christian hope in contemporary worship, 2. worship as faith formation, 3. how worship songs are encoded and experienced, 4. encouragements for pastors, songwriters and worship leaders, 5. theological ethnography and research methods. If shownotes do not appear, follow this link: https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/15462116

Book: Worship and the World to Come (Packiam)

In this conversation with Rev. Dr. Joel Oesch we explore: 1. the opportunities and challenges of online worship during the Covid-19 lockdown, 2. what we can learn for the future of the church, 3. the theological implications of incarnations and digital excarnation in worship.   If shownotes do not appear follow this link: https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/show/theologyinmotion/id/15067778

Covid-19: Incarnation, Excarnation, and Worship (Oesch)

In this conversation with Rev. Zac Hicks and Dr. Robert Kolb we explore: 1. Zac's recent doctoral work regarding Thomas Cramner's commitment to "faith alone" in the Book of Common Prayer. 2. How our view of justification defines our approach to worship as individuals and as a church. 3. The ways in which the rediscovery of justification by faith alone affected worship practice in the English and Lutheran Reformations. 4. The implications of these conversations for the 21st century. If shownotes do not appear follow this link: https://theologyinmotion.libsyn.com/the-dependance-of-justification-and-worship-hicks-kolb

Worship's Dependance on Justification (Hicks, Kolb)

In this conversation with Dr. Timothy Jones and Rev. Robert Sundquist we explore: 1. The Walk For All Mankind 2. Creativity in music and preaching 3. The power of collaboration

The Walk For All Mankind

In this conversation with Dr. Joe Herl we explore: 1.  comparing Luther and Rome on the Lord's Supper. 2. the power of music. 3. the impact of pietism on sacramental traditions. 3. lessons for worship from Lutheran Service Book (LSB). Links (Visit episode website for active links)  

Luther, the Lord's Supper, and Lessons from LSB

On this recap episode from the 2019 WALi Summit listen to conversations with music director Corey Witt, drummer and educator , and acoustic guitarist Matt Preston. We also announce the release of our , new , and Registration for the 2020 in Irvine, CA, June 29-July 2!

2019 WALi Summit Recap 2 - Practical Skills

On this recap episode from the 2019 WALi Summit listen to conversations with 2 attendees: Brandon Li, Paul Kasaty, and two presenters: Dr. Steve Mueller, and Dr. Michael Eschelbach. Consider joining us for the 2020 WALi Summit in Irvine, CA. Save June 28-July 3, and we will be back with more information regarding registration and exact dates. Thanks to Jon Jordening, the executive director of the Center for Worship Leadership, for telling us about WALi at the beginning of the show.

2019 WALi Summit Recap 1

In this conversation with Dr. Reed Lessing we explore:   1. Isaiah 6. 2. are you "holy?" How do you know? 3. what does it mean to worship a holy God? 4. what's the relationship between the heavenly and the earthly in worship? 5. what is the role of confession and absolution in worship?   Links (Visit episode website for active links) Take a look at some of Reed's books on .

Holiness and Worship (Isaiah 6)

In this conversation with Zac Hicks we explore: 1. Zac's book, "The Worship Pastor." 2. The history of music as priestcraft. 3. The distinction between law and gospel and its application to worship. 4. A resource to sing Psalm 119 in worship. Links:  

Book: The Worship Pastor

In this conversation with Dr. Glenn Fluegge and Dr. Jim Marriott we explore: 1. the cultural challenges facing the American church, especially its worship practices. 2. anecdotal stories from West Africa. 3. methods for navigating culture's influence on issues of worship. 4. a framework of understanding cultural engagement in 4 different dimensions.   See attached PDF for Glenn's "In Seach of a Biblical and Contextualized Response."

Worship and Culture

Join Steve Zank for conversations about the theology of Christian worship and how it is relates to practice, design, and culture. The "Theology in Motion" podcast is produced by the Center For Worship Leadership, Christ College, Concordia University Irvine, CA.

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Book: The Holy Spirit and Christian Experience (Zahl)

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