It should surprise no one that Keith & Kristyn Getty are passionate about singing – after all, they are two of the most well-known modern hymn-writers. However, their new book, 'Sing! How Worship Transforms Your Life, Family & Church', may surprise you in that it isn't an account of their success, or the basics of how to write a popular worship song. Rather, it is a missional and biblical look at why singing is such a hugely necessary part of the Christian life – whether you can hold a tune or not!

Beginning with Martin Luther (a very good place to start!), the book first looks at why worshipful singing should be an instinctive reaction to becoming a Christian. It then spends several chapters discussing simple ways to infuse your entire life with singing in praise; from the shower, to the school run, to Sunday morning services. Finally, the four somewhat affectedly-titled 'Bonus Tracks' pull no punches in advising those involved in leading church worship on how to make sure your singing is welcoming, accessible and most of all, God-focused.

'Sing!' is a great little book for anyone who values the use of vocal music in the worship of Jesus our Saviour. It is also short, and very easygoing – I read it in its entirety on a transatlantic flight, with plenty of distractions!

Miriam Montgomery, Free Church Books