Be one. Build many.
The title varies (e.g., Minister of Music, Worship Pastor, Song Leader, etc.), but the task is generally the same. Here are some of things others have most affirmed about worship leaders, followed by concerns most often raised.
Chuck Lawless
A leader must have a calling and a vision from God, or else he would be wise not to lead.
Malcolm Webber
I have often watched leaders struggle to recover from a mistake made that probably didn’t have to be as personally or professionally damaging to them as it was. They simply didn’t respond well enough and it cost them more than it should have.
Ron Edmondson
In one of the countless ways Jesus defies expectations, He doesn’t capitalize on His fame. Desiring true disciples over admiring crowds, He proclaims harder – even potentially offensive – teachings. The result?
Matthew Rohrs
The most productive leader leads from strengths and dials back those tendencies to react poorly.
Corey Olynik
While the old self wants to live in pride and self-assurance, the only true way we can get to know God for who He truly is, is in a broken state; a state of reliance on Him, realizing that He is our creator and our sustainer.
Joshua Webber
Tomorrow will have enough issues, and worry doesn’t solve things. Worry is almost always equated with the two “p’s”: provision and protection. Chronic worry is something you choose, but so is courage. Every day we should choose to put our trust in the Almighty a little bit more.
Alan Briggs
We short-change the idea of visionary leadership if we think it refers to big-talking, charismatic personalities who manipulate the people to accomplish their own predetermined and self-serving purposes.
Malcolm Webber
We have this funny idea that if we can make people see how angry we really are, then they’ll change. If we can make them feel our anger, then they’ll finally get the point and change. But it doesn’t work that way. Anger actually has the opposite effect to what we intend. Anger hardens; love, peace, and gentleness soften. Anger condemns; the Holy Spirit convicts.
Stephen Altrogge
The Bible says that wisdom is worth more than gold, and understanding worth more than silver (Prov. 16:16). David learned many wise lessons during his more than 20 years in music and worship-leading ministry and shares them here to encourage serious introspection.
David Manner
Building leaders is not a quick process, by any means. We need to be prepared for the amount of time it takes transformation to occur.
Malcolm Webber
Jesus would have you tend to today. What does He want you to do today? Ask Him for grace and wisdom to help you serve and glorify Him today. Cast your cares on Him. Ask Him to fill you with joy in Him. Thank Him for His faithfulness. His peace will guard your heart and mind.
Mark Altrogge
Here’s my hypothesis: the more we talk, the less we notice. What do you think?
Adrian Pei
There are a host of cultural realities contributing to shifts in ministry. With these insights, your church can continue to grow and thrive in the midst of the shifting culture around us.
Larry Fowler
Relationships can make all the difference between reaching your goals and merely coming close. We all know people who seem to have all the tools they need to succeed – but having all the skills and insights in the world doesn't mean anything if you can't connect with others.
Patrick Ondrey
Leaders may be described as curving inward toward themselves and their own interests or curving outwards towards others. How do we achieve the convex shape of the leader who is “curved outward” toward those they lead and serve?
Scott Rodin
People often react to change in detrimental ways. Here’s how you can encourage your followers in the midst of change.
Malcolm Webber
Tim Walburg
