There’s a legend about Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show and how it began. In 1882, the town of North Platte, NE requested Bill Cody to organize a Fourth of July Celebration. He called it the “Old Glory Blowout.” This event is said to be the beginning of what is today known as the rodeo and … Read more
“If you think you’re too small to make a difference, you’ve never spent the night in a tent with a mosquito!” African Proverb “No one can do everything, but everyone can do something!” “Never underestimate your ability to make someone else’s life better – even if you never know it!” Greg Louganis “Volunteers do not … Read more
It’s been a big deal for a few years now, but I just read Marie Kondo’s book, “The Life Changing Magic Of Tidying Up.” The basic idea is that home should be a place where we find rest, not a place to be bombarded with clutter. Most people have too much stuff. When we try … Read more
When you’re in ministry, you spend a lot of time working with people. And people aren’t always easy to figure out. Worship leaders, along with pastors, have the unique situation of encountering weekly interactions with the whole church in one way or another. It’s a servant role to create opportunities for worship and engagement. And … Read more
I’ve been hearing various worship leaders talk about how their congregations don’t seem to open up in worship. Since worship is about the heart, can you really ever say that one person is more worshipful than another? Is the person standing in back with their hands in their pockets barely singing along in a monotone … Read more
I like the prayers King Solomon prayed out loud over his people at the dedication of the new temple in 2 Chronicles, Chapter 6. He praised God humbly. He thanked God for his father and those who had gone before him. And he prayed some powerful prayers directly for the people. And maybe it would … Read more
Imagine a tree growing in your yard. It’s a magnificent oak tree, one of rare breed and very beautiful. But the owner doesn’t really care for the mighty oak because he wanted some Australian Acacia growing there. The owner dismisses the shade, the power, and the beauty of the incredible oak tree all while wishing … Read more
The worship leader role is less about performing and more about shepherding. We are with our congregations on a weekly basis and though we may not be preaching the message, we are part of the shepherding process that happens in the church. There are a few things we need to do because of this: Lovingly … Read more
“Smile when you see them…” This simple rule applies to several areas of life. It applies to your spouse. It applies to your kids. It applies to your ministry team. It applies to your coworkers. It applies to your congregation. What does a smile do? A smile elevates your own mood. A smile sets people … Read more
Christian parents pray for their kids. At various seasons, these prayers range from intentional to consistent, and from sporadic to desperate. Prayer is powerful. God works through prayer. Here are some of the promises in scripture. Matthew 7:7 “Ask, and it will be given to you seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be … Read more