ABOUT

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Scripture-Guided Worship teaches readers how to plan and prepare worship services that are grounded in and based upon the Bible.

Teaching from the Old Testament story of Uzzah and the Ark of God, Crider underscores the importance of congregational worship service in light of the transcendence and immanence of God.

To learn more about Scripture-Guided Worship, please see this news story about the book.

Dr. Crider serves as dean and professor of church music and worship in the School of Church Music and Worship at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is passionate about training the next generation of worship leaders and encouraging pastors and worship leaders to embrace the Bible as their guide for corporate worship.

Prior to serving on the faculty at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Dr. Crider taught at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Liberty University, Southwest Baptist University, and Westmont College and served on pastoral staffs of nearby churches.

Dr. Crider is a frequent speaker and clinician at worship conferences and churches. He has contributed articles to various publications and seminars. Dr. Crider has been married to Amy for 36 years and they have four children and five grandchildren.

Education:

Doctor of Arts in Performance and Pedagogy, University of Northern Colorado; Master of Arts in Performance, Bowling Green State University; Bachelor of Music, Bowling Green State University