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Child-like lessons from Ps 40:1

My wife is GREAT with kids. We have 3 of them. One isn’t born yet. (I know, some might say I have 2 and 1/2 kids, but lets be real, a half person doesn’t get hiccups, have a heartbeat, and relentlessly kick my wife’s bladder) Oh and my wife, let’s call her Mindy (because that’s … Continue reading »

What is a worship leader (part 3)

In part 1 we talked about the confusion that’s inherent in the term “worship leader” and the lack of a real biblical model for what worship leaders do today. In part 2 we discussed that the songs we sing become the truth we believe. And as worship leaders, we need a strong biblical foundation in … Continue reading »

Zamar

Zamar – to make music or play an instrument Did you know that this word is used 35 times in the book of psalms? So many times, I get to an instrumental bridge of a breakdown in a song and I feel a sense of loss from the people I’m leading. And not just my … Continue reading »

Fresh Pressed: Gospel of Power

As a rule, I don’t write a post I haven’t fully processed and studied.  I don’t want to use even this small teaching platform irresponsibly. That being said, today I’m making an exception. Today’s post is fresh on my heart and mind. It’s relatively unprocessed and I have only a short amount of time investing … Continue reading »

Our Role as Worship Pastors (Part 1)

When I became a believer I was in High School and I was a part of a youth group at a small baptist church.  Shortly after, the youth pastor found out that I played guitar. “Next week, have ‘Faith like a Child’ ready to go! Your leading worship”  He says to me. (If you haven’t … Continue reading »

Friday Fun, Friday Freebie

Fun: Pardon the “language” in the vid. The man is a beast at guitar though. Freebie: Kingsway is giving away 2 free Misson: Worship seminar MP3′s away on their website (you have to have a free-login). Basically, go to the website, search “Mission Worship,” pick a couple that you like and click buy.  When you … Continue reading »

Babbling, Believing and Breakthrough

My wife Mindy is sick. Just heard back that it’s the flu….which is viral…..which is supposed to just “run it’s course.”  Ugh Makes me feel kinda helpless. Woke up this morning and Mindy told me she hadn’t rested all night (this was 7AM) and that she was aching really bad in her back.  I laid … Continue reading »