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The Power of Praise and Worship
You can get through life's tragedies when you praise and worship the Lord! With gut-wrenching honesty, authors Terry Law and Jim Gilbert detail the tragedies in Terry's life that led him to a deep dimension of Divine teamwork. Terry Law's journey took him throughout the United States, through war-torn Afghanistan, and ancient Egypt to discover three spiritual truths expressed in worship and praise. God put these three spiritual powerhouses in your personal arsenal to use against the 1.The Word of God. 2.The Name of Jesus. 3.The Blood of Jesus. Arm yourself praise and worship are tools that break through the heavenlies all the way to the throne of God. As the author proves the sacrifice of praise and the blessing of worship saved his life. You, too, will be healed from the past and enjoy new hope for the future. You can handle all of life's tragedies through The Power of Praise and Worship.
370 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 1, 1985
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November 26, 2017
The power of praise and worship
What an anointed book! It is one of those books you can read and read again and revelation are new each time. Very well written!
What an anointed book! It is one of those books you can read and read again and revelation are new each time. Very well written!
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April 18, 20252025-04-18
Review 2025.04.001
Reviewers Note: It is the beginning of 2025 and one of the skills I desire to grow in is that of writing book reviews (having never done this before). I am doing this so I can better hone my writing (and reading) skills as I seek to think more critically about the books I am reading. I am sharing on Goodreads for my own personal development. I know this will be something I am always growing in so if you actually read these, please be patient with me as I develop this skill. I will also receive constructive criticism if you desire to help me become a better writer (and reader). I plan to use this disclaimer for the entire 2025 year.
The Power of Praise and Worship by Terry Law
370 Pages
I cried before I got out of the introduction. Does that make it a good book or not? Who knows! I actually enjoyed the book. It was an easy read and story driven. I was not familiar with Terry Law or his story before reading the book. This book was recommended in a previous book I had read so I added it to my wish list and waited for it to go on sale.
The main premise is that praise and worship releases the power of God. I believe this but because my praise is not energetic, I struggle to believe that my praise and worship releases power. To be clear, the book does not say your praise has to be energetic. That is my own faulty view of what worship should look like.
After reading the book, I found myself thanking God more often which was a good thing. I also found myself encouraging others to be thankful. And I prayed more for churches (generally) to have a spirit of praise in their congregations. It sometimes feels like it is a show but the truth is any worship will contain both true worship and shallow praise.
I don’t always read the epilogue but if you read the book make sure you read it. Good ending to the story.
I already recommended it to a woman on a worship team and would recommend it to anyone who leads or is on a worship team.
Review 2025.04.001
Reviewers Note: It is the beginning of 2025 and one of the skills I desire to grow in is that of writing book reviews (having never done this before). I am doing this so I can better hone my writing (and reading) skills as I seek to think more critically about the books I am reading. I am sharing on Goodreads for my own personal development. I know this will be something I am always growing in so if you actually read these, please be patient with me as I develop this skill. I will also receive constructive criticism if you desire to help me become a better writer (and reader). I plan to use this disclaimer for the entire 2025 year.
The Power of Praise and Worship by Terry Law
370 Pages
I cried before I got out of the introduction. Does that make it a good book or not? Who knows! I actually enjoyed the book. It was an easy read and story driven. I was not familiar with Terry Law or his story before reading the book. This book was recommended in a previous book I had read so I added it to my wish list and waited for it to go on sale.
The main premise is that praise and worship releases the power of God. I believe this but because my praise is not energetic, I struggle to believe that my praise and worship releases power. To be clear, the book does not say your praise has to be energetic. That is my own faulty view of what worship should look like.
After reading the book, I found myself thanking God more often which was a good thing. I also found myself encouraging others to be thankful. And I prayed more for churches (generally) to have a spirit of praise in their congregations. It sometimes feels like it is a show but the truth is any worship will contain both true worship and shallow praise.
I don’t always read the epilogue but if you read the book make sure you read it. Good ending to the story.
I already recommended it to a woman on a worship team and would recommend it to anyone who leads or is on a worship team.
August 18, 2020
This is quite a book! It has three topics connected with Terry Law: his work with World Compassion Ministries; the loss of his first wife and divorce from his second; and the power of prayer and worship in his ministry and personal life. God's power is found in the Word of God, the Name of Jesus, and the Blood of Jesus. Thanksgiving focuses on God's deeds; praise focuses on God's character; and worship relates to God's holiness. A sacrifice of praise is choosing to praise God in our brokenness and emptiness, then God is revealed in our lives. Praise brings the power of God's presence into our lives.
December 2, 2017
A good read
The first part of the book was amazing, I will recommend it to others. The second part was not as compelling as the first. It was food for thought. Some of it I will surely put into practice. Some I will leave alone.
The first part of the book was amazing, I will recommend it to others. The second part was not as compelling as the first. It was food for thought. Some of it I will surely put into practice. Some I will leave alone.
July 24, 2021
Reconnecting with a Great and Godly Man!
Terry Law and Living Sound were one of the Ministries that profoundly impacted my life the year (1975) I came to the Lord in Morristown, NJ. The group performed a concert at a school in the area and I took my, then 15 yr daughter to the concert and I was introduced to praise and worship and anointed preaching. Reading this book took me back to that day when I first heard, “it is finished”, the list of my sins was nailed to Jesus’ cross! What a wonderful man of God and what a wonderful ministry and life story is presented in this book!
Terry Law and Living Sound were one of the Ministries that profoundly impacted my life the year (1975) I came to the Lord in Morristown, NJ. The group performed a concert at a school in the area and I took my, then 15 yr daughter to the concert and I was introduced to praise and worship and anointed preaching. Reading this book took me back to that day when I first heard, “it is finished”, the list of my sins was nailed to Jesus’ cross! What a wonderful man of God and what a wonderful ministry and life story is presented in this book!
August 12, 2023
A Powerful Reminder of the Absolute Relevance of Praise and Worship
This book has been a huge source of comfort. As a divorcee, there were times that I felt absolutely condemned. This book has helped to eradicate those feelings.
But more importantly,the significance of Praise and Worship struck home .
THIS IS A GOOD READ FO ANYONE WHO WANTS TO KNOW MORE ABOUT PRAISE AND WORSHIP.
This book has been a huge source of comfort. As a divorcee, there were times that I felt absolutely condemned. This book has helped to eradicate those feelings.
But more importantly,the significance of Praise and Worship struck home .
THIS IS A GOOD READ FO ANYONE WHO WANTS TO KNOW MORE ABOUT PRAISE AND WORSHIP.
January 31, 2018
New appreciation for Praise and Worship (& Thanksgiving)
Well written and organized. I appreciate each scripture reference and its application to the Chapter(s) subject.
I found the content very thought provoking and admit I never enjoyed the worship service portion of church. I have a new appreciation for what it’s about. Thank you!
Well written and organized. I appreciate each scripture reference and its application to the Chapter(s) subject.
I found the content very thought provoking and admit I never enjoyed the worship service portion of church. I have a new appreciation for what it’s about. Thank you!
November 22, 2020
The Best Book On Importance of Praise I have ever read!
My husband and I did an in-depth study reading a couple of paragraphs a day. His book enriched our lives and led us much deeper on our walk! A MUST READ
My husband and I did an in-depth study reading a couple of paragraphs a day. His book enriched our lives and led us much deeper on our walk! A MUST READ
January 24, 2024
“God calls His people to celebrate Him with singing and playing, and then He promises to do a little drumming of His own, on the back of the enemy!” - Terry Law, The Power of Praise and Worship
Coming off of a recommendation for my pastor, Terry Law's book is something I think every Christian should at least be given an outline of. The power of your words and praise and worship can't be understated. Law didn't go too heavily on personal testimony once he was into the meat of the message, but sprinkled it in enough to keep it grounded and stop it from being too esoteric. I'm buying a copy for myself.
Coming off of a recommendation for my pastor, Terry Law's book is something I think every Christian should at least be given an outline of. The power of your words and praise and worship can't be understated. Law didn't go too heavily on personal testimony once he was into the meat of the message, but sprinkled it in enough to keep it grounded and stop it from being too esoteric. I'm buying a copy for myself.
February 8, 2025
Very insightful.
This book has given me inspiration as to how I can encourage praise in our worship service while leading the singing. I am still mulling over all the process, but did find it helpful.
This book has given me inspiration as to how I can encourage praise in our worship service while leading the singing. I am still mulling over all the process, but did find it helpful.
October 13, 2017
Fascinating
I learned what's missing in many of our lives and churches. Everyone should read this book. It also contains an incredible story of Terry's life.
I learned what's missing in many of our lives and churches. Everyone should read this book. It also contains an incredible story of Terry's life.
November 13, 2017
This is a powerful book. It gives a clear understanding of the need and reason for praise. The explanations are vivid and real.
September 24, 2018
Power of praise and worship
Great honest book about praise and worship, very encouraging . I appreciated the book was written in humility by the author.
Great honest book about praise and worship, very encouraging . I appreciated the book was written in humility by the author.
November 27, 2019
Very Powerful and uplifting
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April 7, 2020Awesome
Great book explaining what God honoring worship looks like and its relationship to spiritual warfare and the battle against satan.
Great book explaining what God honoring worship looks like and its relationship to spiritual warfare and the battle against satan.
September 29, 2021
What a great book! I learned a lot about Praise and Worship.
December 3, 2023
This was a powerful book that influenced me deeply. Highly recommended.
September 26, 2015
A teaching by both precept and then example with real life stories and testimonies.
I am an ex-prisoner who received the Baptism of the Holy Spirit while "Tarrying" on my news in another brothers cell. My whole world changed that night and all the teaching I had received growing up as a preacher's kid took on a new dimension. I heard Brother Terry Law on the Believer's voice of Victory with brother Kenneth Copeland. I immediately ordered his book Storm Chasers. His life and mine seemed a lot alike. While reading his life as God move into it and how God supplied his needs reminded me of Corrie Ten Boom and God's Smuggler, Brother Andrew. My wife kept asking why I was shedding buckets of tears. Joyously my heart and spiritual was connecting with brother Terry. When I finished I had to read this book also. Brother Jim Gilbert gave an outside view as he watched what his friend had gone through and gave some pointed teaching insights as well. Brother Terry..I love you and hope to meet you on my next trip to Tulsa if at all possible. I use to live in Muskogee and I graduated Them a Bible School while in prison. I miss Dad Hagin. Storm Chasers and this book go hand in hand with wisdom on knowing God and coming into worship. A must read. Thank you brother Jim and Terry In tHis love.
I am an ex-prisoner who received the Baptism of the Holy Spirit while "Tarrying" on my news in another brothers cell. My whole world changed that night and all the teaching I had received growing up as a preacher's kid took on a new dimension. I heard Brother Terry Law on the Believer's voice of Victory with brother Kenneth Copeland. I immediately ordered his book Storm Chasers. His life and mine seemed a lot alike. While reading his life as God move into it and how God supplied his needs reminded me of Corrie Ten Boom and God's Smuggler, Brother Andrew. My wife kept asking why I was shedding buckets of tears. Joyously my heart and spiritual was connecting with brother Terry. When I finished I had to read this book also. Brother Jim Gilbert gave an outside view as he watched what his friend had gone through and gave some pointed teaching insights as well. Brother Terry..I love you and hope to meet you on my next trip to Tulsa if at all possible. I use to live in Muskogee and I graduated Them a Bible School while in prison. I miss Dad Hagin. Storm Chasers and this book go hand in hand with wisdom on knowing God and coming into worship. A must read. Thank you brother Jim and Terry In tHis love.
October 4, 2015
Great read. Definitely provided me with a new view on actively participating in corporate praise and worship.
December 10, 2018
This book is part Biography, part acton/ adventure tale, part textbook of An amazing servant of God and his life experienced faith with powerful insight into the the subject matter a awesome read
July 22, 2020
A wonderful, inspirational book about the importance of and power of praise and worship in a Christian's life.
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October 26, 2017Just didn't get into it. Not rated...
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