Testament: 30 Days of Remembrance by Darlene Zschech Book Review

About the Book:

This immersive journey into worship and reflection pairs daily devotions from Darlene Zschech with her iconic songs, offering a powerful combination of Scripture, music, and personal insights to deepen your faith.
 
Song and Scripture come together in this beautiful interweaving of worship, faith, and spiritual growth. Testament is a unique devotional experience that provides:
 

• Thirty devotions that expand on themes in Darlene’s songs such as “Shout to the Lord,” “In Jesus’ Name,” and “Here I Am, Send Me”
• Biblical insights into why God calls us to worship individually and communally
• Daily spiritual nourishment and application through stories and reflections from Darlene
• QR codes that lead to a multi-sensory devotional time incorporating Darlene’s songs and additional content

 
With her years of experience and passion for worship, Darlene brings a rich perspective to every devotion in Testament as she connects the messages of her songs with the truths of Scripture.

My Review:

This is a great collection of devotions. Most of them revolve around songs Zschech had a part in writing, either by herself or with others. The devotions may include personal stories behind the songs or her feelings on recently recording a new version of the song. She has included other songs that are particularly meaningful to her, such as “There is a Redeemer” by Melody Green. Some of the devotions include questions for personal reflection.

Her devotions are full of insights. She tells readers that God does not give us to to-do list. He creates a to-be list. (70) She has a very good devotion on lament and grieving. My favorite was from day 7, on giving God glory alone. The song inspiring that devotion is “Soli Deo Gloria.” You can listen to Zschech's recording here. Each devotion has a QR code so you can listen to every song in this devotional collection.

I really like this collection of devotions. It is a testament to Zschech's desire to live in response to God's love and His unwavering faithfulness. I highly recommend it. The book releases later in February 2025 but you can preview the songs here. 

My rating: 5/5 stars.

About the Author:

Internationally acclaimed songwriter and worship leader Darlene Zschech, author of several books including The Golden Thread and Revealing Jesus, has penned many iconic worship anthems, such as “Shout to the Lord.” With over 30 million albums sold, Darlene is a multiple Dove Award nominee whose songs are sung each week by more than 30 million people in churches globally. Darlene and her husband, Mark, pastor Hope Unlimited Church in New South Wales, Australia. She is also a devoted mother and grandmother.

David C Cook, 192 pages.

I received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher. My comments are an independent and honest review.

(My star ratings: 5-I love it, 4-I like it, 3-It's OK, 2-I don't like it, 1-I hate it.)