Resource Library

Reading Scripture in Worship

Reading scripture for people is different than reading scripture alone.

Video | July 29, 2014

A Choral Reading of Psalm 19

This is a choral reading based on Psalm 19 adapted for three speakers.

Enacted Scripture | July 23, 2014

A Choral Reading of Ephesians 4:1-16

A choral reading based on Ephesians 4 from the NRSV.

Enacted Scripture | July 23, 2014

A Choral Reading of Luke 15 with sung refrain

This choral reading on Luke 15 with a sung refrain is adapted for 4 readers and 1 vocalist.

Enacted Scripture | June 30, 2014

The Wardrobe of Easter: Dwelling Together in God’s Word

To grow and mature in our faith, we must learn, as Paul advises, to let God’s Word “dwell richly” in us. Prayerfully, humbly, and communally we must steep ourselves in it. Together we must read, study, and meditate it carefully. Together we must gladly open our minds and hearts to its message. Together we must courageously obey it.

Reflection | April 10, 2014

A Choral Reading of Psalm 27

This is a choral reading of Psalm 27 for 4 readers adapted from the NRSV. It has a sung refrain.

Enacted Scripture | June 28, 2013

A Choral Reading: "I Believe in the Resurrection"

This choral reading was written by Ed Baker and adapted by Joy-Elizabeth Lawrence.

Enacted Scripture | June 28, 2013

A Choral Reading on Luke 12:22-24

This is a choral reading adapted for 5 voices.

Enacted Scripture | June 28, 2013

A Choral Reading of Exodus 14:5-13

This is a choral reading for 8 voices adapted from the NRSV.

Enacted Scripture | June 27, 2013

A Choral Reading of 2 Corinthians 3:17-4:1, 5-15

This is a choral reading of 2 Corinthians 3:17-4:1, 5-15 adapted for 4 readers.

Enacted Scripture | June 27, 2013

Coop's Column - Eager desire to trust and obey the Bible, God’s Spirit-inspired Word

In this series of meditations on the work of the Holy Spirit in believers’ lives, we are considering seven features about Christians which English Puritan Christians said are Spirit-prompted and Spirit-endowed and which ought to mark the lives of those who aim to follow Jesus faithfully.

Reflection | June 03, 2013

Maria Cornou on the Most-used Spanish-language Bible Translation

Maria Eugenia Cornou is from Buenos Aires, Argentina. In this edited conversation, she discusses the most-used Spanish-language Bible translation.

Conversation | March 19, 2013

How to Use the Lift Up Your Hearts Hymnal

Pastors, teachers, and church musicians share tips.

Feature Story | January 07, 2013

Singing the True Story of the Whole World

Knowing how the Bible hangs together helps Christians join God in the drama of redemption. The new Lift Up Your Hearts hymnal helps worshipers sing the biblical meta-narrative.

Feature Story | January 07, 2013