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The Regulative Principle of Worship Explained and Applied
by Daniel Ritchie
| Publisher: | Xulon Press |
| Year: | 2007 |
| ISBN: | 9781602660618 |
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| Retail Price: | £ 12.00 |
| Our Price: | £ 10.00 (Save 16%) |
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Description:
Sometimes referred to as the 'Scriptural Law of Worship' the 'Regulative Principle' obliges us only to worship God in the way that He has sanctioned in Holy Scripture. The regulative principle is a doctrine that has been set aside in modern times, even by denominations in the Presbyterian and Reformed tradition, however, Daniel Ritchie in his brief work The Regulative Principle of Worship: Explained and Applied, seeks to call the church back to what he believes is worship in accordance with the second commandment. Recognising that we can't worship God in accordance with our own imaginations, Mr. Ritchie seeks to demonstrate to the reader the Scriptural nature of the regulative principle itself, then apply this to the various parts of God's worship. While not an exhaustive treatment, this book serves as a useful introduction to Biblical and Reformed worship.
Daniel F.N. Ritchie is a member of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of Ireland (Covenanter) and presently worships in the Dromara congregation. Currently he is studying for a degree in History and Politics at the Queen's University of Belfast. |
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| The subject of 'worship' is currently a topic of much debate in the modern evangelical church. The debate has sometimes spilled over into heated argument, to such an extent that the term 'worship wars' has been coined. Some church leaders, in an attempt to resolve the issue, have decided on a 'contemporary' service followed by a 'traditional' one. Few have taken time to consider seriously what God has to say about His worship. Daniel Ritchie is an exception. We are greatly indebted to Daniel, a member of the Dromara RP congregation, who has carefully researched and written on the subject. After an introductory chapter on the historic difference between Protestants, the author has in a detailed chapter considered the principle itself. Not only are the Biblical foundations identified and explained but also included are appropriate quotations from leading Reformers such as Calvin and Knox, as well as contemporary authors. The remaining 13 chapters consider the different elements that make up Christian worship: the reading of the scriptures, public prayer, the sacraments : baptism and Lord's supper, etc. As expected the chapters on psalmody and a capella singing are given extensive treatment. Helpful paragraphs deal with the phrase 'singing of Psalms with grace in the heart', found in the Westminster Confession of Faith, ch. 21 section 5. Many who subscribe to the Westminster Confession of Faith interpret this statement rather loosely. Mr Ritchie convincingly demonstrates that the Westminster divines were referring to the exclusive use of the 150 Psalms in the Book of Psalms. Many practical issues are handled carefully and sensitively, such as: Bible versions, head coverings, ministerial vestments and dress code. The extensive bibliography (70 books) demonstrates the thorough and scholarly method adopted by the author. Mr Ritchie is to be commended for this valuable piece of writing. This book is highly recommended by the reviewer as a 'must read' for those who are serious about the subject of 'Christian worship' and that should include every believer. |
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