Worship Track: The Gathering Storm: Considering the Next Worship War and How to Avoid It
As churches navigate a rapidly changing ministry landscape, deep tensions are emerging around how Christian worship should be shaped and led. Two dominant approaches have gained influence: a regulative, word-centered model grounded in biblical authority and theological structure, and a more open, Spirit-centered model that emphasizes spiritual freedom and attentiveness to the Holy Spirit. Though both seek to honor God and form faithful disciples, these differing instincts can easily lead to conflict within churches. This breakout explores the historical and theological roots of these approaches, why they resonate today, and where they often talk past one another. Ministry leaders will gain a clearer framework for understanding these dynamics and practical wisdom for leading conversations with charity and conviction. The session aims to help leaders foster unity, avoid unnecessary division, and guide their churches with faithfulness to Scripture and openness to God’s work among His people.
