Howard Publishing has been producing quality hymnals since 1971 and has sold millions of copies around the world. Now, after many years of searching, testing, and consulting and in response to the diverse needs of today's church, Howard Publishing presents the finest hymnal ever produced. You will find this quality hymnal to be balanced, comprehensive, inspiring, and above all, useful. Every feature of this book is designed to help churches express their praise to God. It contains: Over one thousand selections Easy-to-read format The most balanced selection of hymns, gospel songs, and contemporary worship and praise songs ever collected, including all the most popular songs as reported by Christian Copyright Licensing International (CCLI) Seventeen major topical sections to help implement worship themes with minimal page turning Over seventy-five worship theme medleys with songs printed in sequence for nonstop singing Historical and metrical information on each song A pertinent scripture written out with every song Eight helpful indexes, including an expanded Topical Index with over sixty-five categories, a Scripture Text and Readings Index, a Medley Index, and five more important indexes Available in round notes only Black loose leaf binder Guitar chords; 4 part harmony Big margins for notes Must have CCLI license to make copies Songs of Faith and Praise is beautifully and durably constructed for constant congregational use. The finest paper was carefully chosen -- it is thin to reduce bulk yet opaque and strong. The world's top printer and binder was selected, and a leather-textured, tear-resistant cover will provide many years of service.

What do the Blues Brothers have in common with Bach and Christian worship? Explore the connection in this explanation of why the church sings.

Turn your weakest, most discouraging moments . . . into your best, most uplifting moments. "Always preach to broken hearts and you will never lack for a congregation," an old saying goes. And for that reason, this book is for everyone because there are many, many things that break our hearts. Sicknesses, spiritual depression, disabilities, painful memories, strained relationships . . . all of these weigh on Christians' hearts at one time or another. And even when our hearts feel light, there is a longing that runs through us a crying of the soul for eternity, for a new heavens and a new earth.

A concise theological-spiritual commentary on each of the psalms.