Dance In The Church, What's The Pointe? - Book

Pros: This book answers so many questions for those of us who desire to dance in the church. Chapter 2 has been dog-eared from my many years of owning this book and referring back to it as I needed to. The question that every liturgical dancer must ask themselves regularly, and I still need to grow in; “Do I just want to perform for acceptance?”

Pros: I loved, loved, loved this book. It's a must read and a must give for the dancer struggling with how to bring dance into the church and the pastor who isn't sure how to respond. This thought-provoking book should put everyone at ease.

Pros: . I will be ordering additional copies of the book just in case I get the opportunity to share with our Senior Pastor and his staff.

Pros: THIS BOOK IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR WORSHIP LEADERS,PASTORS AND THEIR MEMBERS.

Pros: Lynn gets straight to the point on why we dance in the church.! Great book to help educate others on the importance of dance in the church which is to worship, warfare and win souls!

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Pros: Brilliantly written, this book gets directly to the point using truth, wisdom and years of experience by the author to show the essence of worship dance in the church. Great to share with pastors, worship leaders and team members!

Pros: short booklet that's great to give to a pastor or potential worship dancer to answer their questions/concerns about dancing in church.

Pros: Highly Recommend!

Pros: Dancing in the Church by Lynn Hayden is a great little book to help answer the question as to why we should dance in the church. This is a topic that has differing opinions and thus a good understanding of the purpose is very important for all those involved. I would recommend this book to share with the leadership of your church for greater understanding of worship dancing.

Pros: If you or anyone you know ever wondered about the purpose or meaning of dance in the church, this book is a must read. It is short, to the point, and addresses many questions and concerns with scriptural references.

Pros: Having flags and banners in the church along with dance are very important because they fill the air with God’s presence.

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Pros: This is a fantastic book. It reaches into the heart of the pastor , congregation and dancer. It is an insightful book.

Pros: I love this little book! You really do get a little bit of everything in this book: scriptures/scriptural references (of course); mini Hebrew and Greek lessons of dance related words in the bible; personal testimonies; practical examples; and so much more. It is truly a beneficial resource for anyone in the church who questions/has questions about the relevancy of dance in the church from the Pastor to those in the pews, and every church hierarchal level in between.

Pros: This tiny book, DANCE IN THE CHURCH: WHAT’S THE POINTE?- is like a stick of dynamite – a small thing packed with power that can ignite an explosion! Pastor Lynn raises personal and universal questions about dance ministry. She answers with scripture, testimony, stories, discussion, wisdom and common sense. As it is with Holy Spirit inspired writings… I have read this book twice now and each time I get something else out of it.

Pros: I appreciate the time Pastor Lynn takes in this book and all her books to explain why we dance and to back it all up with scripture. One of the great things about this book is that it answers the questions that turns most people away from the Art of Praise and Worship Dance.

Pros: This book really nails it! There is purpose for our dance and it belongs to the Lord. True, religion and old beliefs have to be overcome, but with knowledge comes an awakening to the power of dance.

Pros: This is a great resource to educate everyone why dance should be in the church. You will get a greater understanding of the benefits of having dance in the church and how it lines up with the scriptures.

Pros: This is a great resource for you and your Pastor of church leader! I highly recommend! You will get the biblical reasons as to why we dance in the church and as to why we worship dance at all.

Pros: This is a great resource for you and your Pastor of church leader! I highly recommend! You will get the biblical reasons as to why we dance in the church and as to why we worship dance at all.

Pros: 6/18/2018 Dance in the Church, What’s the Pointe? Great book. Much information on why dance should be in the church. Great for introducing leadership to dance ministry. Highly recommended.

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Pros: After reading this short but powerful book, I cannot wait to continue working on building up a team of worship dancers before the Lord! This book reinforces the idea that dancing should be a regular part of church ministry as it brings salvation, healing, and focuses on worshiping the Lord God. God just shows up when we worship dance!

Pros: I appreciate the time Pastor Lynn takes in this book and all her books to explain why we dance and to back it all up with scripture.

Pros: This is a great teaching tool to be able to teach why we dance in church. It is a small book and an easy read but packed with wisdom.

Pros: How to explain why we dance in the church?Is dancing in the church ministry a performance?This book is a great recommendation!!!! Pastor Lynn through the leading of the Holy Spirit gives scripture and clear explanations on what dancing in the church does!!Love it!!!

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Pros: excellent tool for dance leaders to teach others about dance ministry.Small book but full of wisdom and experiences.

Pros: Big things come in little packages and this little book is a treasure. Wow, you will be well equipped when someone ask you what's the point of dancing in the church.

Pros: If you are a worship dancer and dance in church, you'll love this book you can also shared it whith your pastor or member of your church to a better anderstanding about dancing in the church .

Pros: You have to read this book, not only for you but for your pastors and congregation and let it in your church library. it is a great tool all of the three part: pastors and leaders, dancers and congregation (but also religious people).

Pros: Have you ever wondered how to respond to questions about dance in the church? This small, short, very informative book presents several questions that you may be asked about dance in the church and gives biblically based answers with scriptural references. A valuable resource for anyone starting a new dance ministry or wanting information for their church concerning dance.

Pros: Dance in The Church was very great for any worshipper to read! I know a lot was directed to help pastors but the entire body of Christ could benefit from it. This book is very easy to read and understand. Pastor Lynn gave scriptural references to help us all.

Pros: A small book packed with great answers for pastors, dance leaders and teams, and congregations when it comes to dance in the church. Filled with scriptures and words that support dance, it will cause you to search your heart for your reason for dancing. This is an awesome guide!!

Pros: This book is wonderful it helps you when you yourself have concerns about why you dance and what's the point.

Pros: I love this “GEM” of information! Pastor Lynn thoroughly discusses possible questions and answers them from her many years of experience. It’s very enlightening about how, as a worship dancer, to address concerns you, your church Pastor, or congregation may have regarding “Dance in the Church.”

Pros: . I love that this book gives real life examples of Pastor Lynns life! I am very thankful she talks about the three things to remember why we dance worship, warfare and winning souls. She talks about the wave offering that it drives out the enemy of our souls! Find out more!

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Pros: Are you starting a dance ministry? , Are you a seasoned dancer in a new or traditional congregation, or Are you a pastor of a conservative congregation? This is the book for you.

Pros: What a great tool this would b e to open up conversation for a church who may be considering starting a dance ministry or don't want one but just curious to see what God's Word says about it.

Pros: This is an amazing book that will answer questions as to the reason why we dance for the Lord. It gives many biblical scriptures on dance. It will educate people and give them a better understanding about worshipping and praising God through the dance.

Pros: I like how this book is broken down in three easy to understand chapters that answers the questions everyone asks about dancing in the church. The answers show us the scriptural reasons we should be dancing in our churches. If you or your congregation or your pastors still have questions, then this is a wonderful book to help answer those questions and it is small, compact and would make a great gift to those who are looking for answers.

Pros: This is a wonderful book full of great information for all dance teams, not just the leaders, but for EVERYONE! This is a great book for all churches to have available for anyone who has questions about dance in church.

Pros: This is such an important book. I lays out the foundation for church leaders and dancers as to “why” we do what we do!

Pros: Don’t let the size of this little book deceive you. This little book is a weapon in your pocket for addressing common concerns about dance in church. It is a great resource to give pastors and worship leaders to educate them on the value and importance of dance in the Church and will equip them to educate others that may have concerns. I like that the book is small because there is a greater likelihood that a person will take the time to read it. And they will be glad they did. With Biblical references to back up the importance and value of dance, this book will definitely make a dent in any argument against dance in Church.

Pros: The points provided this booklet will help us to understand, the true meaning of purpose when you dancing in the church. It is not just a dance, but a purpose to minister the hearts of God people as with praise and worship him..

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Pros: This book is small in size, but full of dynamite information. This would be a great book to include in a form of study for those that don’t understand worship dancing in the church

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Pros: This is an excellent book regarding the ministry of dance. If you are a leader, a member of a dance ministry, or if the Lord is leading you to dance in the church, this is a viable resource.

Pros: This book is a MUST HAVE - it will give you so much wisdom on how to share with Pastors and help prepare your way for the Dance Ministry in your life.

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Pros: If you are having people asking you a lot of questions or going against you because of dance this book is for you! I really enjoyed the scriptural based answers to common asked questions about worship dance.

Pros: I have danced for years in various churches, often not really understanding the Biblical basis for what we did and the results. This little book is packed with meaty information that will give you revelation knowledge about the Kingdom impact of your dance.

Pros: Dynamite comes in small packages! That is this book! I purchased book for me, my Pastors and I share it with my dance team members. This book is a wonderful guide that answers the why and what if's. You will encouraged and better equipped to answer the questions with confidence!

Pros: If you don't know what to say when asked about dancing in church, you need to get this book. Dance in Church What's the Pointe? is the best resource to help explain to your pastor and congregation why dance is okay and important in church.

Pros: I found this book to be easy to understand and very honest read that address well the three major reasons for having dance in the church

Pros: This book is small in size but BIG in its teaching. There are great treasures in it for pastors, dancers, and congregations. I loved the way Pastor Lynn makes so many great points about why dance in the church. Once you hear the message it is hard to imagine not dancing in or welcoming dance in the church!!

Pros: Great eye opening text that will help you understand the biblical foundation and relevance of dance in the church!

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Pros: This is great to help explain the purpose of dance in your own church or ministry.

Pros: "As worship dancers, people in the congregation sometimes just do not understand what we are doing…it could be attributed to confusion due to the messages they see from other dancing in the world, skepticism of whether or not there is anointing there or simply entertainment value, or if it is only nice for “special occasions.” The list goes on… "What I love about this little book is that it is designed for helping bring understanding to the skeptic, helps answer questions, and provides truth and revelation when it comes to dancing for the Lord. Because the call of a dance minister is unique and not always considered “traditional,” it is necessary to be able to discuss these questions with anyone who ever asks or wonders." "This book brought me encouragement, personally. I was the first person in our church to dance, and it was such a leap of faith (no pun intended) to step out and be obedient to God’s voice. I worried about what the other members would think of me, and I w

Pros: This book is an excellent resource for those that want to understand the relevance of dance in the worship ministry

Pros: The information presented in this book is fundamental to who we are in worship. We are called to worship in dance to glorify the Lord and if we remember the three key points presented in the book, it will continue to keep us on focus. This book reminds me that we should strive to allow the Lord to enhance our worship to reach the masses, save souls and glorify Him.

Pros: This book is a great resource for dance ministers , pastors, worship leaders it truly explores the thoughts and intent of your heart. She shared lots of things we can relate too. 
Its going to bless you

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Pros: Dance in the Church, What's The Pointe? is an excellent book for all the answers to questions asked by Pastors, dancers and congregations about dance in the church. Questions such as where is dance in the Bible to why am I dancing? Is it for me or for the Lord? I guarantee that many of your questions you have always had will be answered. Highly recommended!!

Pros: Undoubtedly this is a book for every Christian, especially pastors, and congregations Dancers. Despite being small has a variety of questions and very necessary to know answers.

Pros: Buy the book for you pastor, your worship leader and dance team. This is a wonderful resource to help people understand the significance of dance in the church including the dancers. I know as a minister in dance I have struggled with every one of the questions presented in this book in one form or another. This book helped me realize I'm alone and gave me answers for not only my questions but for the questions and concerns of others.

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Pros: Read this book before you point fingers at those who point their toes! I truly enjoyed learning about "dance in church" from three angles: the pastor, the dancer, and the congregation. This book is an ideal gift to anyone in church that is skeptic about worship dance or is curious about where it fits in as part of worship to the Lord.

Pros: This small book is full of practical and useful information. I appreciate how Pastor Lynn breaks important information into easy answers for some of the hard questions that we face as dancers in the body of Christ today. Before, I would have shied away from some of the questions presented. After reading this book, I feel quite confident that I could give an accurate and powerful answer. This book is simple and straight to the point, but it hits so succinctly and clearly the big issues that we as dancers for the Lord need to be able to address for ourselves and for the rest of the body.

Pros: Great resource for pastors, dancers, and churches! It tactfully addresses several key issues that pastors, dancers, and congregations all deal with.

Pros: Wow....Wow...Wow....What an  awesome book. As a student in her second year with the Dance for Him School, I personally find this book one of the best of my study. I find Pastor Lynn presentation revolutionary as Jesus was. She makes no apology why we minister in dance should and need to have a place in the body of the Church and the importance of our Ministry. 

Cons: THIS IS A MUST HAVE. IT IS A GREAT BOOK IF YOU ARE A LEADER TO ENCOURAGE YOUR TEAM TO READ. IT WILL ENLIGHTEN THEM.

Pros: I have not encountered many oppositions to dance in the church just yet but I when I do I will be equipped with this book! It is a small book packed with powerful and anointed advice.

Pros: Dance in the church: What's the Pointe? Is a small hand sized pocket book, the writer and author Lynn Hayden summarizes the aspects of dance in the church. Pastors and Leaders will get a clearer understanding about dance ministry. The testimonies are witty.

Pros: The Dance In The Church: What’s The Point? Book is an easy read and serves as an excellent resource not only for those that are called to the ministry of dance, but for those who are recipients of their ministry as well. It is filled with wonderful insights that truly get to the heart of the matter! I was greatly encouraged and inspired after reading this book!

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Pros: What profound insight on how to address a extremely sensitive topic in the church. Dance ministry is extremely misunderstood. Many believe it is a performance opportunity to exalt oneself and don't see the merit of it as God's ministry through movement (dance) as praise and worship, warfare, and winning souls.

Pros: When they day Great things come in small packages they must have been talking about this book. This book shows you how dance in the church is not only Biblical. But it is a wonderful tool to bring souls to Christ

Pros: This powerful little book spoke to my heart. It's full of insight, practical wisdom, and encouragement. It’s a quick read, so you can give a copy to your Pastor, helping him truly understand the purpose of dance as well as the heart of a dancer.

Pros: This wonderful book reminded me that we are first ministers and then dancers! really is a beautiful material for the pastors and worshipers to help a lot in the church.

Pros: I love this be book,being ready in and out of season. God provides insight, in order so we may keep our own hearts pure and to help the church understand and want dance in church. It is scriptural base...

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Pros: In order for us to be effective dance ministers that can bring forth the anointing and make a significant impact for God’s Kingdom, we must continually examine our hearts and allow God to point the finger at us so we can die to self and fully abandon ourselves to His love and sovereignty. This book is full of great wisdom to help us understand the purpose of dance in the Church.

Pros: This book with all its wisdom is very informative concerning dancing in the church since the congregation we joined has not had a dance team yet. So I believe Education is going to be the key. Exactly as this book points out — Once they are familiarized with the scriptural foundations then they will be more willing to accept it as a means to worship.

Pros: A good informative book that can be an outlet for introducing your leadership/pastors to the ministry of dance through common questions answered. Reading this book I realized that just as David did not fear man’s traditions when he danced we too need to stop fearing man and fear God more. The Holy Spirit will do the rest of the work!

Pros: This book is an excellent choice to substantiate dance in the church by using biblical data as to the wheres and whys depicting dancing. Answering 3 major questions and touching on a few more, you will have an arsenal of evidence of dancing the bible.

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Pros: There's so many non and outspoken questions and comments about dancing in the church. Is it relevant? Is a ministry? Jesus tells us to be ready in season and out of season to give a word. And this word is Yes, dance IS relevant and IS a ministry!

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Pros: This is a great book to have if you ever had questions about dance in the church as it pertains to scripture.

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Pros: The Dance In The Church, What’s The Pointe Book is a great read for all church leaders and dancers. Lynn Hayden gives great wisdom and insight to several questions that are often asked or wonder about within the church walls concern dance. But not only that there are great biblical principles given that are helpful for our personal growth as well as our growth as a church community. This book is a must have for all.

Pros: This book will equip the worship dancer with the means to educate Pastors, congregations, and other dancers. It addresses many of the questions and issues that surround the dance ministry.

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Pros: This is a very informatibe, easy reading book that is packed with helpful information about the significance of worship dance. It will help any person who is unsure about dance ministry in understanding how God really designed it to be!

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Pros: I was pleasently surprised by this book! It will answer your questions as a leader and make you relect and a dance minister! A must have!!!

Pros: This book will help anyone who is skeptical or inquiring about Dance Ministry in the church. It is biblically sound and honestly written.

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Pros: I love this book! It is the most comprehensive book out there to answer questions about dance in the church. Loaded with an arsenal of information for the next time somebody ask "why."

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Pros: Unsure of how to answer the question of why we should dance in the church? This book will equip you with everything you need. A must for your library.

Pros: If you are faced with skeptics and/or on lookers about praise and worship dance in the church this book is for you. The book uncovers the heart of a dancers as well as answers questions posed by Pastors and the congregation.

Pros: This is a power packed little book. We are just opening our hearts and minds to the powerhouse that using dance as a means to carry the gospel in the church. This book addresses the condition of the soul of the body of Christ on this hot topic as it pertains to Pastors, the ones called to dance and the congregation!

Pros: This book is a reminder for why we dance and why dance belongs in the church. If you lose your way or want to explain dance in the church, then this book is a great tool! :)

Pros: This is a great dance reference guide book. A little book with great questions and answers.

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Pros: Three view points with honest answers to their questions. This tiny book is packed with advice, wisdom and truth. Give one to your Pastor and keep one for yourself. Knowledge is powerful!

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Pros: This small book is packed full of wisdom in a question and answer format. You will want to share this gem!

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Pros: Perfect resource for those new to dance in the church or a great book for Pastor's considering incorporating dance into their services. A quick read full of scriptural references to the positive side of dance as a vital and valid ministry.

Pros: Need answers to this simple question, then this book is for you. Find the answers to many questions you, your Pastor or even congregation may have about dance in the church in this book. A must have for your arsenal so you can have the answer(s) when someone asks.

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Pros: Amazing and annointed resource packed with insight,revelation, and wisdom for praise dance leaders and members alike. Definitely a handy reference to have in regards to educating pastors, leaders, and congregations about the importance and biblical significance of worship dance.

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Pros: Awesome Book!!! This book reveals truth about dancing in the church. You read about questions and situations that happen when dancing is done in the church. Receive answers that will bless you as you read. Dancing is way of worship unto the Lord not a way to please the congregation.

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Pros: Words cannot describe what a wonderful and much needed book this is. Not only does it discuss the battle dancers have with questions within themselves but also questions pastors and congregations have about having dance in the church. Thought provoking questions with reasonable answers that may sting some but comfort and encourage others. I absolutely love this book and recommend it to anyone who has ever questioned dance in the church.

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Pros: This book is absolutely wonderful. It was comforting , informative, encouraging, and honest sharing of Pastor Lynn's experiences in dance ministry. I could relate to so many of the situations and learned so much. I was comforted by reading some of her testimony since I was experiencing the same feelings. Wonderful read for Pastors, leaders, dancers or anyone with questions about dance in the church

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Pros: This book is a great resource to assist pastors, leaders, and dancers to obtain a better understanding of the "Pointe" of dancing in the church. Key book for your dance library.

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Pros: This book gets straight to the point on the subject of dance in church! What an explosion of truth from a small easy to read book. It has a great display of questions and answers for those who are called to dance, and a great read for the church as a whole.

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Pros: This helped me to learn more about why I love to minister in dance and more scripture references when I am educating others. Small yet powerful, detailed and precise. I plan on sharing this with my church so that everyone understands that dance does have a place in ministry.

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Pros: This is a great short read that addresses some of the most common questions and criticisms of dance in the church. It is a reminder of how to be prepared in your own heart to answer some of these questions if they arise.

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Pros: If you have concerns or apprehensions about dance, there are some very practical answers in this book. Or if leaders or Pastors in your church have concerns this book gives some great answers to very common questions and concerns.A very easy to follow question and answer and kind of reflection for the reader as well!

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Pros: Excellent resource for Pastors, dance ministers, and members of the congregation who have questions regarding dance as an acceptable form of ministry in a church. As a dance minister, I feel that it really addresses those battles that occur in the mind that can attempt to hinder our freedom to worship Him fully in Spirit and in Truth.

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Pros: This book really opens the eyes of the dancer who is unsure of the call to dance,especially in the church who is "traditional" and really don't believe dancing is apart of the ministry. It also helps the dancer know what is their role in the church as far as dance ministry goes.

Pros: I have 2 xtra copies to give to Pastor's. Every question& answer anyone may have on dance in the church - must have resource - easy to read & carry !

Pros: Good explanation as to why dance is a vital part of God's house. A must for every pastors and spiritual leaders

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Pros: This is MUST for every pastor, leader, dance team member - anyone who has sincerely wondered if dance is appropriate in the church.

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Pros: Please, please, please get this little, easy to read book for yourself and your pastor!!! I was very blessed by the many nuggets it contained on the purpose of dance in the church. Your pastor will be able to read it in one night, but will forever change the way he sees dancing in the church.

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Pros: The concepts discussed in this book would serve as a great dance devotional for ministers of the dance and would be great to use with dance bible study groups. I plan to reread this book frequently in my seasons of growing as a dance minister. It serves as a great book to check your heart before the Lord and allow Him to expose what’s there that needs to die so that He can further increase in us.

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Pros: This book is a great resource for those needing to educate or introduce dance into their churches. This book not only educates, but leads the reader to examine their motivations and attitudes towards worship dance.

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Pros: I love this book. By exploring what’s the point of dancing in church through questions and answers, it helps pastors, dancers and congregation understand what should be their real concern and why accept dance in the church for our Lord. It helps me understand the challenges we may face and well-prepared for victory in Him.

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Pros: The information is perfect to give to a Pastor or understanding regarding dance ministry. I found it freshly current on my mind in my struggles in waiting on God timing to form a ministry pleasing to the pastor and the church. Now I get the "Pointe" and God is on the move we are worshiping,doing warfare, winning souls for Jesus!!

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Pros: The Dance in the Churh: Whats the Pointe? book, was my very first book and I love it! It answered many questions that I had about dancing in the church and encouraged me to get past the fear of man. I have experienced many of the same dilemmas and hardships mentioned in the book and I could really go on forever of the encouragement it has given me to just keep going. I have also received many answers to many questions that I have had from others over the past years of dancing, and for that I am truly thankful! I would definitely refer this book to anyone and everyone who has questions about dance in the Church.

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Pros: This is a very good book and it give you and things to think about and to ponder on. It is real question that the church have in this day and time. But I love the way Pastor Lynn come back with what the word of God say about it.Great book every Worship dancer should have one. Very interesting.

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Pros: This tiny little book written by Pastor Lynn Hayden with Dancing For Him Ministries is pure gold. It addresses so much of what is often the discussion concerning dance in church. She discusses worship dancer’s true motivation, congregational attitudes, and includes scriptural references. She addresses the topic for dancers, pastors, and congregations. Packed full this pocket sized reference is an invaluable tool for anyone wanting to understand more of why we should have dance in church. I believe if I had read this fine jewel many years ago it might have helped me on so many personal levels as well as with those around me. I am thankful for it and will recommend it to anyone seeking to understand Dance in Church further.

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Pros: This book is awesome! I encourage every dance minister to get this as it will not only enlighten you but also your congregation. The scriputres in this book as well as the wisdom given by Pastor Lynn are priceless!

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Pros: Thanks for pointing out that the point of dance in the church is not to see if we can “out do” each other or the last dance we did. I’m still digging deeply into my heart for an answer to “why do you dance?” I truly enjoyed reading the flier entitled "Performance vs. Ministry."

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Pros: Hi Pastor Lynn, I really liked this book for all the questions that I had struggled with. I'm glad that you took the time to really research this topic. I also enjoyed the different perspectives you spoke from. Thanks Lolita G. -WV

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