Charles Billingsley - Words on Worship: Devotions of Praise

Charles Billingsley has been leading people into a deeper sense of devotion and a lifestyle of worship. Now, you can be encouraged daily by the Word and by Charles through this daily devotional.

Ed Stetzer, Billy Graham Distinguished Chair, Wheaton College

When our lifestyle is full of worship, then our lives are full of meaning. Thats why Im so grateful for Charless new devotionalhe helps us do just that, live worshipfully!

Jennifer Rothschild, author of Lessons I Learned in the Dark and 66 Ways God Loves You

A lifestyle of worship is so much more than singing a song to the Lord. Its giving God glory in the way we live, love, and serve. To know Charles is to see a person who truly loves God with all of his heart and it spills out into every aspect of his life.

Denise Jones, Point of Grace

For years, I have been inspired by Charles Billingsleys music. Thanks to his poignant book, Words on Worship, I am blessed by his encouraging words. He inspires me to be a more devoted disciple of Christ.

Babbie Mason, award-winning singer, songwriter, and author

Charles Billingsley ranks among the best worship leaders of this generation. The words he writes will awaken your heart to pursue worship as a lifestyle.

Margaret Feinberg, author of Flourish and Fight Back With Joy

Charles Billingsley brings excellence in worship. But more important than that, he brings authenticity, a heart, and message that goes beyond a song.

Anthony Evans, president/CEO, Anthony Evans Entertainment/Sherman James Productions

I love Charles. He is a leader among worship leaders. This devotional will be of great value to me and many other worship pastors.

Clay Crosse, worship leader and concert artist

Charless greatest gift is not his amazing vocal ability, but his ability to lead people to the throne of God in true, God-honoring worship.

Tony Perkins, president, Family Research Council

Words on Worship is a must have. Charles has created a vital and useful tool to help us all continually fix our gaze on the only one who satisfies and the only one worthy of our total worship, Jesus.

Michael Neale, singer/songwriter and worship pastor Prestonwood Baptist Church, Plano, Texas

Charles Billingsley gives us a great giftmoments of quiet in an ever chaotic world.

Johnnie Moore, bestselling author, founder and CEO of The KAIROS Company

I am always in search of a devotional book that has immediacy and life application. Pastor Billingsleys latest book does just that!

Buzz Williams, head basketball coach, Virginia Tech

Charles has done more than write a book about the lifestyle of worship. He has literally lived a lifestyle of worship for decades. Im happy to see hes willing to share part of what hes learned with us in these pages.

Clayton King, pastor, Newspring Church, Anderson, South Carolina

These short daily readings will encourage believers to seek a lifestyle of worship and connectedness with the Savior that will both challenge them and inspire their daily mission, life, and calling.

Chuck Wallington, president, Christian Supply Inc.

Charles Billingsley epitomizes worship in every area of his life. His insights will not only inspire, but draw you closer to God.

Vernon Brewer, president and CEO, World Help

Worship isnt just rising to your feet, eyes closed, hands in the air, and singing with all your heart. Through this devotional Charles shows us examples of other types of worship and how to apply it to our everyday lives. This is a must read!!

Mandy Young, motivational speaker

Living in the most distracted and fast paced time in human history, we so need to learn how to live a lifestyle of worship, ever gazing upon the beauty of our God. I believe this book will take you back to that quiet, focused and beautiful place before Gods throne time and time again.

Tommy Walker, worship leader, songwriter, and recording artist

If theres anyone that lives a life of worship, its Charles Billingsley. Hes an anointed singer, a gifted writer, and a man that has consistently used these gifts and talents to change the hearts and lives of countless people.

Jody McBrayer, singer, Canas Voice, formerly of Avalon

Ive learned a great deal about worship from Charles Billingsleys leading, singing, and worship and now from his writing.

Dave Stone, pastor, Southeast Christian Church, Louisville, Kentucky

Charles Billingsley is not just a musician. His passion is to be in the presence of God and lead others to the same place. This book will help lead you there. Read it, pray it, live it, and share it. It will change your perspective; it will change your life.

Jonathan Falwell, senior pastor, Thomas Road Baptist Church, Lynchburg, Virginia

I dont recommend reading this devotional and listening to Charles music at the same time. It may cause fervent prayer, joyful noises, wild hand waving, a soft and pliable heart, and honest tears.

Candace Cameron Bure, actress, producer, author, and TV host

I am convinced Charles Billingsley will be leading worship in heaven. If you want a deeper understanding of worship, read this book!

Karen Kingsbury, best-selling author

Words on

Worship

DEVOTIONS OF PRAISE

CHARLES BILLINGSLEY

Copyright 2016 by Charles Billingsley

Published by Worthy Inspired, an imprint of Worthy Publishing Group, a division of Worthy Media, Inc., One Franklin Park, 6100 Tower Circle, Suite 210, Franklin, TN 37067.

WORTHY is a registered trademark of Worthy Media, Inc.

HELPING PEOPLE EXPERIENCE THE HEART OF GOD

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Names: Billingsley, Charles, author.

Title: Words on worship : devotions of praise / by Charles Billingsley.

Description: Franklin, TN : Worthy Publishing, 2016.

Identifiers: LCCN 2016045248 | ISBN 9781617958489 (hardcover)

Subjects: LCSH: Devotional literature. | Worship.

Classification: LCC BV4832.3 .B54 2016 | DDC 248.3--dc23

LC record available at https://lccn.loc.gov/2016045248

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