In this lovely book, lifelong entertainer and church musician Mark Paulson uses the world of music to shed light on many Biblical principles. With music as the ongoing metaphor, it beautifully illustrates the various relationships we have with God and with other Christians in the community of faith. Since Christian musicians constantly have to balance musical excellence and the accolades this brings with the Christ-like humility our commitment to Christ demands, the author also challenges us to put our life in perspective of what is required of us. By using musical metaphor, Scripture, life illustrations and music history to explain Biblical truth, this book is an excellent choice for adult forum discussions. 91 pp.

"Mark Paulson has emphasized so well in this book the importance of giving and dedicating our all in both our spiritual and musical lives. He challenges readers to give their best in their musical endeavors and relationship to Jesus Christ, the Master conductor and composer of our lives," says Diane Bish, host of The Joy of Music International Television Series. Adds Donald P. Hustad, former organist for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, "My cousin Mark Paulson has written this book which presents our Christian life and faith in terms of symbols common to both of us--music and the individuals who produce it. I found it most interesting and honoring to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and I recommend it highly."

MARK PAULSON, a church organist, is a member of the Christian Performing Artists' Fellowship and an adjudicator for the National Piano Guild. He lives in West Orange, NJ with his wife and three children and can be contacted at mark@goscycleofmusic.com