In this episode of The Anchor Room Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Doug Thomson, Director of Worship Studies at Heritage College, who has faithfully served Heritage for more than 40 years and founded the College’s music program. Drawing from decades of teaching and ministry experience, Dr. Thomson challenges common assumptions about worship, reminding us that music itself is not worship. Instead, worship is what captures our hearts and directs our thoughts, decisions, and lives. Together, we explore the meaning of a theology of worship, why worship is both vertical toward God and horizontal toward others, and how Christ’s greatest commandment shapes the way we live and serve. Reflecting on Colossians 3:16, Dr. Thomson shares his passion for helping students understand that one of the primary goals of music in the church is to teach and encourage God’s people. Through insight, wisdom, and a deep love for God and His Church, he offers a compelling vision of worship that extends far beyond a Sunday service. Join us for a thoughtful conversation on worship, discipleship, music, and the lifelong pursuit of loving God with all our hearts.
In this episode of The Anchor Room Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Doug Thomson, Director of Worship Studies at Heritage College, who has faithfully served Heritage for more than 40 years and founded the College’s music program.
Drawing from decades of teaching and ministry experience, Dr. Thomson challenges common assumptions about worship, reminding us that music itself is not worship. Instead, worship is what captures our hearts and directs our thoughts, decisions, and lives. Together, we explore the meaning of a theology of worship, why worship is both vertical toward God and horizontal toward others, and how Christ’s greatest commandment shapes the way we live and serve.
Reflecting on Colossians 3:16, Dr. Thomson shares his passion for helping students understand that one of the primary goals of music in the church is to teach and encourage God’s people. Through insight, wisdom, and a deep love for God and His Church, he offers a compelling vision of worship that extends far beyond a Sunday service.
Join us for a thoughtful conversation on worship, discipleship, music, and the lifelong pursuit of loving God with all our hearts.