WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
“This book is intense-in a really, really great way. There are full-on teachings on character and identity, and fervent calls towards excellence and creativity. Anthony Skinner has a fire in his heart to worship God, and to encourage and equip others to do the same. The intensity of that passion burns though every chapter of this really helpful book.”
-Matt Redman
“WORSHIP SMARTbook: Actionable Tips for Real-World Worship is a necessary guide for every worship leader! Anthony takes a very refreshing and simplistic approach to answering the questions every worship leader asks. This book is not only an invaluable resource, but every detail is made fully accessible no matter where you are in your experience with worship leading. I strongly recommend this book for every worship leader, pastor, and musician who desires to grow in their worship. WORSHIP SMARTbook: Actionable Tips for Real World Worship will take you and your team to a new level of excellence!”
-Kim Walker-Smith, Jesus Culture
“Anthony Skinner is one of the most truly creative individuals I’ve ever met. His music is a refreshing banquet that continually surprises me. And now he provides us with insights into another aspect of his gifting: wisdom. Actionable Tips for Real-World Worship is a practical hand-book on worship and worship leading. Whether it’s troubleshooting for problem issues, staying connected to God, leading people in worship, or leading a band, this book offers insights that could cut years of guesswork for novice and veteran worship leader alike. Anthony also dives deeply into the real heart of the issue: ushering people into the presence of God. This book is an invaluable tool for anyone wanting to grow in excellence in the privileged role of leading in worship.”
-Bill Johnson, Bethel Church, and author of ‘When Heaven Invades Earth’ and ‘Dreaming with God’
“From a leader of worship leaders, Anthony Skinner has distilled his breadth of experience into a very practical guide for anyone who participates in or supports modern church worship music. There is something in here for everyone, delivered in easy to find bite-sized morsels and with Anthony’s customary passion for God and heart of care for people. This is a worthy resource for anyone wanting to develop or support worship music ministry.”
-Casey McGinty, Senior Vice President, EMI CMG Publishing
“Anthony Skinner is the real deal: an artist whose lyrics stimulate and innovate, a worship leader whose love for the Lord overflows in a lifestyle of mercy and justice. I commend him and this book wholeheartedly.”
-Pete Greig, 24-7 Prayer and Alpha International)
“This generation needs dreamers. For far too long the church has been imitating and following instead of leading. Anthony Skinner is breathing creative life in such a desolate landscape. His insight, leadership, and creativity is fierce roar. Eat up these words and begin to dream again. May your church become a river of transformation in your city.”
-Daniel Bashta
“Anthony Skinner is one of my favorite singer/songwriters and worship leaders. There is a rare depth to him, and I believe any person could benefit greatly from the wealth of his experiences, especially in the worship community.”
-John Mark McMillan
“I know Anthony as a friend, brother, and fellow worshiper. His heart and gifting has caused me to encounter Jesus in deeply intimate ways. Prepare yourself for the same as you experience the insights of this great project.”
-Steve Berger, founding pastor, Grace Chapel
