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9 Reasons Your Church Isn’t Singing

Sometimes our church just stands and stares at us. If the arms are crossed while they stare, it’s even more deflating. If the eyes are crossed, oh boy…. How do we get our churches to sing and participate more during worship? Why aren’t they singing? Join the Worship Ministry Training podcast as they interview Kenny Lamm, who wrote an entire handbook on worship leading. They’ll discuss his list of 9 reasons why your church isn’t singing during musical worship.

 

Why Your Greeters Are Also Worship Leaders

Ever wondered why some churches just feel right from the moment you step in? This article dives into those little things that make a big difference – like a friendly face before the service or an umbrella on a rainy Easter Sunday. It’s not about the music or the preacher, but those human touches that set the stage for true worship. The author shares personal experiences and practical tips on creating an atmosphere where everyone, especially newcomers, can connect with God without distractions. If you’ve ever felt awkward in a new church or want to make your own more welcoming, this read is for you. It might just change how you see worship – starting from the parking lot!

 

Charlie Hall on Elevating Worship

Charlie Hall joins the Beyond Sunday Worship podcast to discuss how he got started in worship leading and his journey through it. Listen in for advice on how to elevate your church’s worship, from developing youth leaders, to leading authentically, and building balance in your sets.

 

34 Upbeat Worship Songs That Will Energize Your Services

Is your church getting tired of the same old worship tunes? Get ready to shake things up. This article dives into the power of upbeat songs in church and why they’re crucial for keeping your congregation engaged. But it doesn’t stop there – it’s got you covered with a list of 30+ top-notch worship songs for 2024 that’ll have everyone on their feet. Discover how to bring more energy, joy, and spiritual depth to your worship experience!

 

What In-Ear Monitors are Worship Leaders Using in 2024?

Ready to take your worship team’s sound to the next level? Get the scoop on the best in-ear monitors for 2024. This article has the inside track on what worship leaders are actually using – and loving. Discover the budget-friendly option that’s got everyone talking, beating out pricier competitors. Plus, learn when it might be worth splurging on those custom models. Whether you’re looking to save a dollar or looking to invest in top-tier gear, this guide’s got you covered. Don’t miss out on the gear that could transform your worship experience!

 

Helping Worship Leaders Find Rest

Ever had someone question why you’re so exhausted on Sunday morning? Oh the hidden struggles of those who lead worship. From practice session pressures to the never-ending cycle of preparation, it’s no wonder sabbath rest feels like a distant dream for many worship leaders. But here’s a great truth – it doesn’t have to be this way! Discover practical tips for finding rest in the midst of ministry chaos, and learn why your church might want to consider offering sabbaticals. Rethink what it means to truly rest in God’s presence – and maybe even revolutionize your church’s approach to worship leadership.

The Story Behind: Great Is Thy Faithfulness

 

Great Is Thy Faithfulness, a testament to God’s unchanging nature, was written by a man who suffered prolonged trials in life, yet chose to see God’s faithfulness through it all. This hymn, deeply rooted in Scripture, continues to inspire and bless those who sing it.

 

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1. Goodness of God

Fielding, Johnson, Cash, Ingram, Johnson

 

2. Holy Forever

Johnson, Tomlin, Ingram, Johnson, Wickham

 

3. Praise

Lake, Moore, Brown, Carnes, Barrett, Furtick

 

4. Gratitude

Lake, Hastings, Bowe

 

5. Great Are You Lord

Leonard, Ingram, Jordan

 

6. Trust In God

Lake, Brown, Wong, Furtick

 

7. Build My Life

Younker, Martin, Kaple, Redman, Barrett

 

8. How Great Is Our God

Tomlin, Cash, Reeves

 

9. Firm Foundation (He Won't)

Davis, Moore, Carnes

 

10. What a Beautiful Name

Fielding, Ligertwood

11. I Thank God

Moses, Butler, Bowe, Holmes, Cline, George

 

12. 10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)

Redman, Myrin

 

13. Way Maker

Sinach

 

14. Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)

Tomlin, Newton, Giglio

 

15. This Is Amazing Grace

Riddle, Farro, Wickham

 

16. I Speak Jesus

Benton, Prince, Smith, Reeves, Dutton, Pratt

 

17. Worthy of It All

Brymer, Hall

 

18. Graves Into Gardens

Lake, Brown, Furtick, Hudson

 

19. Lord I Need You

Nockels, Carson, Reeves, Stanfill, Maher

 

20. Living Hope

Johnson, Wickham

Keep track of the top 20 Hymncharts, CCLI, Praisecharts, CCM radio songshear the music, watch videos and download lyrics!

 

YouTube Worship Playlist: Enjoy the top 20 Praisecharts and CCLI on the worshipflow worship playlist.

Summer Slump

 

Worship Leaders, don’t you just pull your hair out in summer time? People take off for vacation and you’re left scrambling for players and vocalists. What to do? Well first, leave your poor hair alone. And second, read this article. You'll find all the advice you need for a smooth sailing summer.

 

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The worshipideas newsletter lists the top 20 songs from CCLI one week and PraiseCharts the next week to help you keep aware of what churches are singing. CCLI tends to reflect a more broad sampling of both contemporary and blended churches, PraiseCharts shows what's popular right now in churches that are more contemporary.

 

 

About: Don Chapman’s passion is for the Church, music and technology, and he blends all three into resource websites devoted to contemporary worship: hymncharts(.)com and worshipflow(.)com.

He’s the editor of the weekly worshipideas(.)com newsletter that’s read by over 30,000 worship leaders across the world. A prolific arranger and songwriter, Don has had songs published by Word, Integrity Music, G3worship and Worship Today, and has orchestrated music for Christian artists Chris Sligh and Jeremy Camp. He’s been featured on the 700 Club, has been quoted in USAToday and is a guest lecturer at Liberty University.

 

The first worshipideas email newsletter went out to about 400 people on February 11, 2002 (in the heyday, right before the blog explosion, the newsletter amassed over 100,000 subscribers. These days it hovers around 30,000.) Worshipideas was born out of Don’s own desire to share what he was learning as a first-time worship leader at a church plant. Back in 2002 contemporary worship was still fairly new and the worshipideas newsletter and website helped worship leaders across the world figure out this new form of worship.

 

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