Worship & Creative Leaders

The Revelation of God’s Glory

The glory of God is one of the central themes of Scripture. But what do the biblical authors have in mind when they speak of God's glory?

Countdown: 12 Keys to Being a Successful Worship Pastor

I have been leading worship and pastoring for over 30 years, but I still go back to this list to see what I need to work on in order to stay a successful worship pastor!

5 Terrible Ideas That Will Make Your Worship Services Fake

If your church’s average attendee is 45-plus and you target 17 in your worship services, you are probably creating a group of worshippers who try very hard to connect to what they are asked to sing, but most likely don’t.

Can the Holy Spirit Inhabit Smoke Machines in the Sanctuary?

“Worship is no longer worship when it reflects the culture around us more than the Christ within us.” - A.W. Tozer

The Most Important Quality of an Effective Worship Leader

The most important quality is what we assume and take for granted.

10 Guidelines for Praise and Worship Leadership

Here are my Top 10 guidelines for praise and worship worship leadership. I have been leading worship teams for 30 years, but I still go back to this list to see what I need to work on!

Sarah Bessey: I Loved God. I Struggled with Loving His Church

Sarah Bessey said it plainly: "I Loved God. I Struggled with Loving His Church." God sneaked up on her and restored her to His church.

Enough Already With the Smoke Machine

A smoke machine (or haze/fog) can be a fascinating addition to any stage production, whether it features dramatic acting or a music concert. However . . .