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How to Lead Worship When You’re In a Spiritual Rut

Ever felt like you’re just going through the motions when leading worship? You’re not alone! Alex Enfiedjian dives deep into the challenge of leading worship when you’re in a spiritual rut. From evaluating your life for sin to shifting your focus and stepping out of your comfort zone, he offers…

What Does The Bible Say About Drums In Church?

Drums in church – a beat that divides opinions! Explore the age-old debate surrounding the role of drums in worship. Drawing from Biblical references, cultural contexts, and the essence of worship, this article sheds light on the harmony between ancient Scriptures and modern beats. Continue Reading.

Why Smaller Churches Must Be Better at Hospitality than Larger Churches

In a world where first impressions matter, smaller churches face a unique challenge: they must excel in hospitality more than their larger counterparts. Sam Rainer delves into the reasons why this is crucial and how it can actually be an advantage for smaller congregations. From understanding the difference between mere…

The Rise and Fall of Evangelical America

The ebb and flow of evangelicalism in America is under the microscope in this compelling piece by Breakpoint. Drawing inspiration from Jesus’ parable of the sower, the article delves into the meteoric rise and subsequent decline of evangelicals over the decades. Was it a mere surge of shallow belief or…

Three Worship Myths That Frustrate Smaller Churches

Many smaller churches feel pressure to emulate the worship styles of larger churches. But chasing the latest trends is not always best. Jon Nicol debunks three common myths about leading worship in a smaller church setting. You don’t need all the latest bells and whistles for relevant, authentic worship. Focus…

4 Best Practices For Recruiting New Team Members

Building a strong worship team takes careful recruitment. When it’s time to fill open positions, where do you start? How do you find people with the right talents and spiritual maturity? Dan Wilt offers four best practices to help identify and onboard suitable team members. He explains where to look…

Get Ready To Lead Worship: Tips for Praying with Confidence

Do you struggle with leading public prayer? You’re not alone. Many worship leaders feel intimidated praying aloud. But prayer is an essential worship leading skill that you can master. Worshipscores shares tips to pray with boldness and authenticity. When your public prayers overflow from private worship, you’ll lead with ease.…

4 Reasons for Churches to Host Harvest Festivals

This fall, reach your community through a fun harvest festival outreach event. These family-friendly festivals are a creative way to engage people outside of Sunday services. Learn how to host an impactful harvest festival at your church with tips from ShareFaith on getting volunteers, including enjoyable activities, collecting donated food,…

3 Keys to Effectively Connect with New Guests

Hooking first-timers so they come back – easier said than done, right? But nailing that first impression is everything. The Unstuck Group have seen what works (and what doesn’t) at churches nationwide. Forget info gathering. Make it about hospitality. When you make people feel genuinely welcomed and understood that first…

Quintuple Wide: A 5-Screen Wonder

Get inspired by this innovative 5-screen projection mapping stage design for Planet Wisdom’s youth conference tour. Camron Ware and Tim Pike teamed up to create a one-of-a-kind mosaic set using Coroplast panels, Renewed Vision software, and strategic lighting and projection. Learn how they configured twenty white panels on portable fencing…

Familiar Favorites: The Allure of Throwback Worship Songs

Nostalgic Classics Provide Familiarity Across the country, worship leaders are finding that so-called “evergreen” tracks with proven longevity can provide a port in the storm of endless new releases. With over 1 million Christian and gospel songs emerging every year, many pastors are retreating to the security of tried-and-true favorites…

Popular Worship Songs From The Early 2000s

Let’s take a nostalgic walk down memory lane to revisit some of the most impactful worship anthems that shaped many Christians’ early faith journeys. Songs like “The Stand,” “Here I Am to Worship,” and “Revelation Song” anchored countless youth groups and church services in the early 2000s. Beyond just remembering…

The Benefits of Custom In-Ear Monitors

Custom in-ear monitors have revolutionized the worship experience, allowing teams to hear a personalized mix and connect with each other and the congregation. Let’s explore the evolution of CIEMs and how a company called Bellos Audio is making cutting-edge in-ear monitoring accessible, with features like supreme comfort, removable faceplates, and…

Why Your Church Is Larger Than You Realize

A church’s average weekly attendance doesn’t tell the whole story of its size and reach. When you factor in total membership, attendance frequency, and ministry demands from less frequent attendees, the scope of a pastor’s congregation is much larger. Though worship services may appear smaller, this reality of decreased attendance…

3 Powerful Ways To Cheer Your Team Members On

Uplifting and affirming your worship team members is key to building strong relationships and unity. Look for opportunities to celebrate their gifts and character through verbal encouragement tailored to their personality, meaningful gifts that align with their interests, and standing up for them in public and in prayer. Investing in…

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