Articles for Worship & Creative

10 Ways NOT to Be an Effective Worship Leader

Wondering how to be an effective worship leader? One thing you could do is stop saying these phrases. It could be that I'm just a crusty old curmudgeon ranting a little, so don’t take this too seriously...except maybe do.

5 Components of an Unplugged, Acoustic Worship Set

Planning an acoustic worship set? Learn five essential elements that help foster intimacy, reflection, and heartfelt participation.

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!

What Does Davidic Worship Teach Us About Modern Worship?

Discover the powerful lessons of Davidic worship and how it points to Jesus' perfect example. Learn to worship freely, joyfully, and wholeheartedly in response to God's grace.

5 Powerful Lessons from Tim Keller on Friendship with God Through Prayer

Tim Keller draws out the richness of the phrase, friendship with God, unpacking how prayer is the pathway to becoming a friend of God.

10 Things I Did NOT Do That Improved Our Congregational Singing

In one year, this congregation sings louder, more heartily, and more of them sing.

What to Look for When Choosing New Worship Team Members

Whether you’re starting a team from scratch or adding new voices and instruments to an existing group, choosing worship team members wisely will ensure long-term unity, excellence, and spiritual effectiveness.

7 Tips on How to Enjoy Reading the Bible

Learn to let God's Word increase your joy and satisfaction in God.

10 Things You Should Know About Hands Lifted in Worship

Lifting of hands is part of worship in many churches. Worship involves our bodies as well as our hearts and minds. Our posture tells a story.

Is Worship Warfare or Witness?

While many believers find the language of worship warfare empowering, others question whether it risks conflating spiritual devotion with a kind of militant theology.

How to Balance Structure & Spontaneity in Worship

Some spontaneity in your worship sets will encourage the community to engage in unique and fresh ways in the midst of a service.