On one day—the first day of each week—Christians across the globe gather to worship Jesus, their risen Lord. Together, as a worldwide community of worshippers, we obey God’s command that “From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets, the name of the Lord is to be praised” (Psalm 113:3). So, every Sunday Christians rise and gather to praise God in song, call out to Him in prayer, and hear from Him through His Word.
From the Rising of the Sun: A Journey of Worship Around the World follows Tim Challies and Tim Keesee as they travel and worship with believers around the world in churches whose worship is consistent with Scripture but whose practice of that worship is faithful to the local language, customs, and culture. In this way each worship service is unique yet distinctly biblical. The diversity and unity of the Church in its worship is a stunning demonstration that the Gospel of the one and only Savior crosses every kind of barrier!
Come with Tim Challies and Tim Keesee as they "follow the sun" through a day of worship, beginning in Fiji and ending in the Aleutian Islands. Join in with worship in the remote jungles of Cambodia, the bustling metropolises of Korea and Australia, the plains of Zambia, the Andean heights of Chile, and many other places. Meet fellow brothers and sisters in Christ and experience how they worship and serve God in the places He has ordained for them. It’s a taste of Revelation 5:9 as we, along with our brothers and sisters worldwide, worship the One who by His blood has "ransomed people for God from every tribe and language and people and nation."
Project Overview
From the Rising of the Sun is both a book and a documentary film series. The book includes a study guide for each chapter as well as a code for free streaming of the twelve films. The films are also available on DVD.
Each chapter of the book is set in a different country and begins with a travelogue narrative that unfolds the experience of worship, followed by a biblical study on an aspect of worship or cross-cultural engagement, and concludes with study guide questions. There are twelve film episodes that correspond with the chapters in the book and give the viewer the opportunity to experience worship in places they may never get to visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will From the Rising of the Sun be available?
Both the book and films will be released on August 19, 2025. You can preorder on Amazon and at Zondervan.
Where can I purchase the book?
From the Rising of the Sun: A Journey of Worship Round the World is published by Zondervan and can be purchased from their website as well as at Frontline Missions International, Amazon, and many other retailers.
Is there an audiobook available for From the Rising of the Sun?
There will be an audiobook read by the authors. Closer to release we will give more information and links to the audiobook.
How do I get a code to stream the films?
Each book will have a code included for free streaming.
Where can I purchase DVDs of the films?
You will be able to purchase DVDs at Zondervan, Frontline Missions International, and Amazon.
What countries are featured?
Tonga, Fiji, Australia, South Korea, Cambodia, Zambia, Poland, Morocco, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, and Alaska
Who is Tim Challies?
A pastor, noted speaker, and author of numerous articles, Tim Challies is a pioneer in the Christian blogosphere. Tens of thousands of people visit Challies.com each day, making it one of the most widely read and recognized Christian blogs in the world. Tim is the author of several books, including Visual Theology, Epic: An Around-the-World Journey through Christian History, and his latest ECPA award-winning book, Seasons of Sorrow: The Pain of Loss and the Comfort of God. He and his family reside near Toronto, Ontario.
Who is Tim Keesee?
Tim Keesee is the founder of Frontline Missions International, which has served to advance the gospel in some of the world's most difficult places for over thirty years. He has traveled to more than 100 countries, writing the stories of the Gospel's reach among all nations. Keesee is the executive producer of the documentary film series Dispatches from the Front and the author of A Company of Heroes and A Day's Journey.
How can I learn more about Frontline Missions International?
Click here to learn more about Frontline Missions.