Amazing Quote: I can give you a lot of things, but I can’t give you my history with God. – Bill Johnson (not exact) Embarrassing Story: I had the privilege and honor of being disciple by and working under Aaron Keyes: one of the most gifted and anointed worship leaders around. He was and is a person that I respect and look up … Continue reading »
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Set List
This morning was fun. We had a blast with our first song. We had palm branches, marching snares, little kids singing, a fat loop, and our normal band. All for Jesus! Here’s the set from this morning. Super short because of all the creative elements. Hosanna – Paul Baloche (ITUNES LINK) Days of Elijah – … Continue reading »
Dignity vs Reverence
I had someone tell me once that dancing in church was wrong. He said it wasn’t reverent. I disagree, but I don’t think he meant reverent. I think he meant dignified. ”It’s not dignified to dance in church. I agree with that. Dignity is horizontal and inward. Reverence is vertical and outward. We aren’t called … Continue reading »
Good Friday Songs
Songs for Good Friday: (Good Friday is the name a large part of the Church has given to the Friday before Easter when we remember Christ’s crucifixion. -You were on the cross – Matt Maher (I-TUNES LINK) -Sweetly Broken – Jeremy Riddle (ITUNES LINK) -At the cross – Hillsong (I-TUNES LINK) -Lead me to the cross … 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 »
The Priority of His Presence
Every time I read the first few chapters of Acts, I am challenged by the dynamic of their community. They were fanatics. It’s as if they really did what Paul said was that one thing: “forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead” (Phil 3:13). They met DAILY to Praise, learn, and … Continue reading »
Ps 95 – Praise Vs. Worship
Reading Psalm 95 this morning and was struck by the contrast of praise and worship in the passage. Read Ps 95 before reading the rest of this. The Psalmist starts with an invitation to praise: “let us sing” “make a joyful noise” “come in his presence with thanksgiving.” The word used here for thanksgiving is “towdah.” … Continue reading »
Set and Video
Setlist(click songs to buy in i-tunes): Rain down, Melissa Wise – We Cry Out Freedom is Here, Hillsong – A_Cross // the_EARTH: Tear Down The Walls Came to My Rescue, Hillsong United – United We Stand Rescuer, Johnny Parks Band – Break the Silence I Need You More, Bethel Live – Love is Here Fun morning. My wife … 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 »
Random Thoughts on Worship
Deut 6:13 says this: “It is the Lord God you shall fear. Him You shall serve and by His name you shall swear” Jesus quotes this passage in Luke 4 when Satan offers Him the kingdom in return for worshipping him. Jesus knew that He could bow his Heart to no one but God. When … Continue reading »
