Manifest Presence: Expecting a Visitation of God’s Grace Through Worship

by Jack W. Hayford

Why are so many lives aimless and unfulfilled? Because every one of God's children continues to live in shame from the fall, when intimate companionship with the Father was broken and the glory of his presence was lost. Yet, as Jack Hayford explains, believers can regain their intended position as kingdom people. How does that happen? Through worship. In his most comprehensive and significant work to date, Hayford explores the various elements of worship and shows how to attain the liberty that comes from welcoming God's glory. Christians worldwide are heeding the call to worship. With this timely and substantive direction, each one will learn to reign once again in kingdom authority.

288 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 2005

About the author

Jack Williams Hayford (born June 25, 1934) is an American author, Pentecostal minister, and Chancellor Emeritus of The King's University (formerly The King's College and Seminary). He is a former senior pastor of The Church On The Way in Van Nuys, California and was the fourth President of the International Church of the Foursquare Gospel. He is widely known for his past involvement in the Promise Keepers movement and for being a prolific author and songwriter, with over 600 hymns and choruses in his catalog. He is the author of the popular 1978 hymn "Majesty", which is rated as one of the top 100 contemporary hymns and performed and sung in churches worldwide.

Reviews

[Crystal · Rating 4 out of 5]

I took my time reading this book and looked up scriptures that were referenced as I read. There were a lot of takeaways for me such as different meanings when saying "amen." Also the importance of not pushing my own agenda regarding types of worship. It was a deeply informative book which caused me to pause and think a lot about what it means to accept others just as they are.

[Charles Angel]

Awesome and inspiration

[Karla Renee Goforth Abreu · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is classic Hayford but a timely message. Worship is central to life. An understanding of what worship is and the purpose of it is vital. Good reading on the topic, recommended for pastors, worship leaders, and hungry Christians everywhere.

[Bridget · Rating 2 out of 5]

Very typical of his wordy style through the first half of the book with little to be gained for the effort of reading it. Meatier in the last third, when he writes of power through worship and suggests specific ideas to help pastors craft impactful services.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book. I love Jack Hayford!

[Nancy]

Highly Recommend!

[Bob Snook · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent reading and insightful

[Ingrid Shanklin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Jack Heyford takes the reader into the depth of worship. Its true meaning, what it is and what it isn't. A must read for the true worshiper, one to read again and again.

[Steven Barr · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderfully written and engaging. Though sometimes concentrating on large churches and assuming all are, you are encouraged to draw near to God, as he draws near to you.