Why We Worship: Experiencing Heaven on Earth at Church

Recover the Wonder and Weight of the Sunday Service

"Do I have to go to church?"

Whether we've fielded this question from others or have at times wondered ourselves, pastor Adriel Sanchez invites us to consider afresh why Sunday corporate worship matters.

Why We Worship reenchants our spiritual imagination, helping us rediscover the beauty of worship in Scripture and draw upon the richness of Christian liturgy through the ages. Sanchez delves into the biblical underpinnings and historical development of the core parts of a worship service, casting a vision for corporate worship's vital role in healthy Christian spirituality and discipleship.

In Why We Worship, Sanchez draws on Scripture and history to uncover not only the what but also the why of elements of the Sunday service including

• music,
• the sermon,
• Communion,
• baptism,
• confession,
• prayer, and
• the benediction.

Church isn't meant to be a dull routine or an entertainment-driven spectacle. It's a weekly heavenly ascent that transforms us to live the Christian life here on earth. Enter anew into the wonder of Sunday worship as a transcendent, joy-filled journey into God's presence.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: IVP
Published: 09/22/2026
ISBN: 9781514010754
Pages: 216
Weight: 0.51lbs
Size: 8.51h x 5.59w x 0.63d

Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 07/20/2026