"Several years ago, during a time of worship, I saw an image of what looked like a group of young hippies holding a sign that read Make Love, Not War. But as I kept looking, the message
changed to Make Love, Make War. And as soon as that one word changed, I suddenly sensed that God himself was holding the sign. That image was the genesis for this book. And the more I
thought about it, the more I believed that this prophetic message was not just for me, but for all those desiring to worship God in spirit and truth, bravely and freely. God is calling us
to love AND to battle!
"As I’ve looked back over the songs that God has inspired me to write, I can clearly see His hand leading me to emphasize those two messages: Love selflessly and always remember we’re in a
battle, a battle for love.
"As a framework for the book, I’ve used some of the songs I’ve written over the years, some familiar like Come, Now Is The Time To Worship, as well as some new recordings like It’s
Time For The Reign of God. And I’ve also included an appendix just for worship leaders and song writers where I try to share what I’ve learned so far; hard-learned lessons I hope will
encourage and inspire.
"I hope and pray that the stories surrounding these songs and the truths they sing will awaken your heart to ‘Make Love & War’ for the glory of God!"
Brian Doerksen, author
What others are saying about this book...
“We love the heart of the man behind this book.”
John & Staci Eldredge, Ransomed Heart Ministries
“Anyone excited about growing as a worship leader, songwriter, or worshipper should read this.”
Tim Hughes, music artist, songwriter, and worship director at Holy Trinity Brompton
“In Make Love, Make War, Brian Doerksen speaks often of the Trinity, the three-in-one God. The root must run deep, for Brian’s book is marked by its own three-in-oneness: It’s an anthology of
backstories to some of the greatest worship songs of our generation, a compendium of trade secrets for seasoned or aspiring songsmiths, and a meditation, both pastoral and scholarly, on the
character of God, all unified by the obvious love Brian has for God and His bride.”
Mark Buchanan, author of The Rest of God
“Brian is a veteran voice crying in the wilderness, calling the church forward to authentic, transformational worship.”
Paul Baloche, songwriter, author, pastor
“This book grounds the reader in what matters most as we steward the staggering privilege of calling others into worship. What a gift these words are for the creation of an ever-more-radiant
bride of Christ.”
Nancy Beach, champion for the arts at Willow Creek Association, teaching pastor at Willow Creek Community Church