Category Archives: Worship
Break My Heart for What Breaks Yours
There is a worship song by Brooke Fraser and Hillsong United called “Hosanna.” It has been one of my favorite songs since it first came out in 2007. The song echoes the Triumphal Entry when all the people shouted “Hosanna!” at the arrival … Continue reading
Getting Our Worship Muscle Back in Shape
I didn’t make it to the gym during the two weeks we were on vacation. I admit that I thought about going to the gym. I even looked up where the gym was. There was nothing keeping me from going … Continue reading
When Everything Goes Wrong
It was one of those mornings yesterday. And by yesterday, I mean Sunday morning which, as a pastor, is a big day. In short, it seemed like everything that could go wrong could. I left my church keys at home … Continue reading
Pastor Confession
It’s time for a pastor confession… …I like shiny things. Whether it’s a new gadget, music, or something else, there is something that lures me in. I wrestle with this in ministry as well. I have a pull to want … Continue reading
Worship Leader Magazine and Diversity
I’ve been a subscriber to Worship Leader magazine (www.worshipleader.com) for several years between two churches and have found the content helpful as I think about worship- and especially leading worship from a musical standpoint. Many of the authors, such as … Continue reading
Worship Is More Than Singing and Sermons
Don Miller wrote a post yesterday about his experience in corporate worship that has left me thinking. In the post (read it here) he writes that “I don’t worship God by singing.” He also says that he is nearly alone … Continue reading
Church Is
I have always been a fan of Rob Bell. Yes- the same controversial figure that gave us Love Wins (and also Velvet Elvis, Sex God, and Jesus Wants to Save Christians) Rob was recently interviewed by Oprah Winfrey on her Super Soul … Continue reading
A Passion2010 Review: Part 1
I had the opportunity to travel to Atlanta on January 1-5 for Passion2010 with three of our college students here at the church. This was my first time to Passion and I was pretty excited as I have been listening … Continue reading
Reflections from Sunday’s Worship
It’s 8:00 a.m. Abbie is still in bed as she is sick this morning. While I wait for her to wake up, I thought I would evaluate the 9:30 worship service where I preached. If you read my previous post, … Continue reading
Friday’s Quotation: Matt Redman on Worship
“God imparts to us His heart for restoration, and a burning desire to see His love and justice heal the nations. But if we’re really to have integrity in our worship, somewhere along the line this desire has to turn … Continue reading
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