Let’s face it.

None of us sets out to screw up. Mistakes are inevitable.

And the longer you lead, the more your church grows, the more you’ll need to pivot and change. What worked 10 years ago may not work today. Matter of fact, what worked last year may not be the best idea today.

That’s actually the sign of great leadership. You don’t need to have all the answers, all the time. But you do need to keep a pulse on what is working and what is not…and have the courage to change when necessary.

So consider this post less of a brash, unfriendly rebuke and more of a reminder – a reminder to be proactive about avoiding ruts.

[Read more…]

Let’s be honest.

Or, maybe I’ll just be honest. Sometimes I don’t feel very good at what I do. Insecurities come knocking and not only do I open the door, I prepare a feast for them to come and dine.

Are you the same way? Don’t worry this will get more encouraging.

It’s a strange habit. It’s as if I’m completely unhappy with who I am, how I’m wired, and what God has gifted me with. It’s as if I wish God had made me another person.

• I’m getting old. I’ve lost my edge.
• I have a growing family. I can’t do what I used to do.
• My songs aren’t as good as his songs.
• I don’t have the connections I wish I had.
• I’ll never fully reach my potential.
• I don’t know how to lead worship anymore.
• I wish I was more popular.

Do you entertain many of the same insecurities? Do you have others?

[Read more…]

Do you know the most important question to ask a worship leader?

No, it’s not how well you can sing.

It’s not how many songs you know.

It’s not what instruments you can play.

It’s what is your God story? Why do you love Jesus? Is your faith current?

Too many of us have a public ministry but no private devotion. We’ve been thrust into a prominent role without proper depth. Not depth in the sense of how many Bible verses you know or some outward standard of measurement.

[Read more…]