Thoughts on music, creativity and the church.
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Filling the Space with Worship-isms
You’ve heard them before. Hands raised, heart centred – you’re in worship, and the worship leader drops an exhortation along these lines: “Y’all feeling good?!” “Y’know God is just sooo good.” “If you feel comfortable…” Or some poorly concocted coffee-mug-level exegesis… Your hands drop slightly, your eyes open. You think to yourself, “Wait, WHAT!?” Worship-isms…
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The Heart of Mary and Martha
In October 2021, I had the opportunity to share a few thoughts with our Production Team before a meeting. I wanted to honour and value their contribution to our gatherings while reminding them that no one is exempt from an encounter with Jesus – even if they’re serving. Luke 10:38-42 ESV 38 Now as they…
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Lament & Repentance on the National Day of Truth & Reconciliation
Micah 6:6-8 “With what shall I come before the Lord, and bow myself before God on high? Shall I come before him with burnt offerings, with calves a year old? Will the Lord be pleased with thousands of rams, with ten thousands of rivers of oil? Shall I give my firstborn for my transgression, the…
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When People Leave
If you’ve been serving in ministry, even for a short time, you’ve probably had someone leave. It’s an awful experience. Sitting down with someone you’ve journeyed with, invested in and empowered, and they tell you they’re leaving and why is enough to keep you up at night. It did for me. There are all sorts…
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What Exactly Are We Evangelizing?
A quick scroll through any social media platform will likely present a bleak picture. Division and arguments abound. Reaching some consensus on anything looks like an impossible task – from pineapple on pizza to the merits of wearing a mask. This new stay-at-home, work-from-home, learn-from-home landscape means that we’re spending more time than usual on…
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Why Churches Should Write Their Own Songs
I firmly believe churches should be writing original songs. It’s not a matter of calling, it’s a matter of stewardship. There’s a difference, however, in writing songs and producing albums – something I break in a previous post. When we sing hymns and creeds, we connect ourselves with the history of the Church. When we…
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