Worship & Creative Leaders

I’ve done worship transitions very poorly and God has still moved. But it also was a distraction. I’ve said “crap” instead of “clap.” I’ve had plenty of unintentional, awkward silences. I’ve even knocked over a mic stand.

what do you mean the spare head doesn’t fit? Bring me the holy gaff tape! Did it sound great? No, but it sounded good enough and got us through the remaining five songs. Drum head repair -- in 10 minutes!

Why would two microphones built for the same purpose alter sound differently? It goes back to a key piece of live audio production wisdom: A great mix starts with getting the best sound at the source.

Leading worship is not musical ability and musical ability is not leadership. Leadership goes deeper. It sets foot in uncomfortable places. It goes where most are not willing to. A leader is a catalyst for change.

If God uses our worship to transform sinners, starting with us, then the enemy use lies about worship to do all in his power to neutralize it.

Having visited many churches over the years and then joining one as a non-staff member, here’s what I believe can help make a compelling worship service that would encourage people to want to come back.

It seems like whenever the topic of multigenerational or intergenerational worship gets brought up, a lot of concerns and assumptions start being expressed. Here are some thoughts regarding what intergenerational worship is not and what intergenerational worship is.

Hearing artists like Leonard Cohen or Bono on the Psalms may seem problematic to many in the Evangelical church; however, it’s worth considering the book of Psalms in its entirety and ask whether our church cultures create space for the same range of emotions.