Checklist: charts printed, strings changed, songs rehearsed – but wait, something’s missing. Yep, its the Bible. And this article shows why Bible reading isn’t just another box to tick off, but the very foundation of authentic worship leading. Scripture transforms your platform prayers from routine to revolutionary, shapes your understanding of who God really is (beyond those vague “awesome” descriptions), and ignites genuine spiritual power in your ministry. So put God’s Word first – before the setlists, before the practice sessions, and yes, even before choosing the perfect skinny jeans for Sunday morning.
Worship Facility Gear Report: Church Lighting Consoles
Is it time to upgrade your lighting console? Finding the perfect replacement for your church can feel overwhelming, especially when your trusty current model just isn’t keeping up anymore. Every church has unique needs and budget constraints, which is why Worship Facility has curated this report with a range of options that scale from basic to advanced capabilities – and price points to match. Whether you’re a small chapel or a growing megachurch, you’ll find a console that not only meets your current needs but can also grow alongside your ministry.
Lead From Compassion, Not Production
If you’ve been caught in the cycle of chasing perfect performances and flawless productions, this message will resonate deeply with your spirit. You will never attain perfection, but you can easily attain Jesus. So dive into this transformative power of putting your relationship with Jesus at the center of everything – where your longing for His presence outweighs your desire for perfection. Drawing from the raw honesty of Psalm 63:1, explore how shifting from performance-driven to presence-focused leadership can create an authentic atmosphere of worship that invites both you and your congregation into a deeper connection with God.
Take This (Worship) Job and Shove It!
Johnny Paycheck’s country hit song from 1977 resonates through the minds of worship leaders everywhere at the beginning of the year. Burned out from the holidays, they surf job placement websites to see if the grass is greener.
Understanding Valid Reasons for Ministry Transitions
There are many reasons why you might want to leave your church job – some good and some bad. Maybe the Lord is calling you to full-time ministry but you’re volunteering or working part-time. Start looking for a church that can afford to hire you. Perhaps you have big ideas and dreams but are stuck in a church with weak leadership who are content to settle for mediocrity. Start looking for a church with leaders who share your goals and passion.
Or maybe you’re in a church with headaches that are Divinely designed to build your character.
Learning Through Ministry Challenges
I was on the music support staff of a church with a big, ugly headache in the form of a personality conflict. Since I wasn’t “the boss” there wasn’t much I could do about it (except suffer.) God brought a great ministry opportunity my way and I quickly took the job as music director.
A few weeks into the job I realized I was smack-dab in the middle of the exact same personality conflict. Different church, different people, same problem. The issue was so oddly identical that I realized God was probably trying to teach me something. After a lot of study, prayer and counsel I summoned up the courage to confront the issue head on – but at least now I was the boss and had the authority to do something about it. The problem was resolved, I learned a valuable lesson of taking charge in a hard situation and had the time of my life at that ministry for many years.
Making Wise Ministry Decisions
Which church issues are you facing? They’re of two varieties: those that can be fixed or managed, and those that can’t. This year ask the Lord to give you wisdom to navigate ministry problems – He’ll either help you solve them or lead you to a better place.
by Don Chapman
Breathing In & Out: How God’s Word is Central to Our Worship
There’s only one way to truly breathe new life into worship. Dr. Johnny Markin offers a compelling perspective on worship as the “Divine Dialogue” – a sacred rhythm of breathing in God’s Word and breathing out our response. Drawing from rich biblical examples like the Covenant at Sinai and the post-exile gatherings in Nehemiah, this piece unpacks how Scripture reading isn’t just a traditional element of worship, but rather the very breath that gives life to our services. Whether you’re rethinking your liturgy or seeking to deepen your congregation’s engagement with God’s Word, you’ll discover fresh insights into why the public reading of Scripture matters and how it creates a powerful dynamic of revelation and response in corporate worship.
Collaborate Worship’s 2025 Church Tech Update
Collaborate Worship made a lot of tech upgrades to their church in 2024, and they want to share them with you! Focused on improving in-person and online experience, they cover it all in this tech update video. Dillon Young walks you through it all, from their new Blackmagic cameras and switcher to their new Behringer mixer.
3 Best Practices For Creating Flow In A Worship Set
Ever feel like your worship sets need an oil change? Mastering the art of smooth transitions can transform your service from a series of individual songs into a meaningful journey of worship. Find three game-changing practices for creating seamless flow in your worship sets: thinking like a storyteller, embracing diverse transitions, and orchestrating smooth musical changes. You’ll learn all about crafting sets that feel more like a natural conversation with God than a pre-arranged playlist. It just takes a little bit of time and effort to create services that hum like a well oiled engine; that carry your congregation from the first note to the final chord with purpose and grace.
Preparing the Choir/Vocal Team
A choir can make or break your worship service. Don’t risk an out of key and sync performance! Instead, dive into the nuts and bolts of effective choir preparation by reading this article. It covers everything: from scheduling techniques and rehearsal planning, to the power of practice tracks and strategic communication. Whether you’re wrestling with memorization challenges, seeking ways to maximize limited rehearsal time, or aiming to build a more engaged choir community, you’ll find only the best strategies here; strategies that go beyond basic direction to include discipleship and meaningful connection with your choir members. Time to cultivate musical excellence AND a worship-focused choir that serves with confidence and purpose.
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