This short book on worship is deep. Carroll doesn't waste much time debating or defining worship. He doesn't detail how to worship in a step by step process. Instead, he inspires. The definition and process becomes evident through the book's discussion. That's the beauty of the book. Admittedly, Carroll does spend some on the "how" in the last chapter that goes into some practical principles that either encourage or hinder worship. Those who think of worship as what we do before and after the Su

This short book on worship is deep. Carroll doesn't waste much time debating or defining worship. He doesn't detail how to worship in a step by step process. Instead, he inspires. The definition and process becomes evident through the book's discussion. That's the beauty of the book. Admittedly, Carroll does spend some on the "how" in the last chapter that goes into some practical principles that either encourage or hinder worship. Those who think of worship as what we do before and after the Sunday sermon may be in for a surprise and hopefully a transformation.



The focus is on the spirit, purpose, and impact of worship. The main thrusts being (1) that worship is the most important element of prayer, (2) worship requires knowing Christ and submitting to Christ, and (3) everything else in the Christian way of life flows from worship. The most impactful component for me was submission to God. Really, have you truly surrendered yourself to God? All of yourself? What does that even mean? Practically, what does that mean? I think this book provides those answers. I can't imagine reading this book without an intense desire to submit every molecule of oneself to God. That was my experience although I'm sure that others' experiences may vary.



Worship is the most important element of prayer. If you want to invigorate your prayer life, spend some time reading this book. Allow some time to reflect and worship as you read. One way or another I pray that you too will worship Christ. It produces amazing, overwhelming joy.