Worship in 2010

As we move into 2010 with Jesus in view, I'm trusting that it will be a year in where we each deepen in wonder and heighten in worship.
Here are a few practical things we can do to make this happen. Keep in mind that doing these things won’t make any difference unless we’re depending on the Holy Spirit and praying for Him to change us!

1. Arrange a daily meeting with Jesus. Set aside time daily to listen and respond to God. Get a Bible reading plan, but don’t just read to read; read to hear what God is speaking to you. Don’t read for mere information, read for life transformation! And don’t over-read. Meditating on (and soaking in) a short passage each day is far better than quickly reading over an entire chapter (and forgetting everything). Jesus wants to change our lives and will do so through His Word. So open the Book in 2010!

2. Incorporate Psalm reading (and singing!) into your daily meeting with Jesus. God has given us the Psalms to help voice our praise, frustration, pain, hurt, longing, desire, etc. They’re there to be used…so use them to speak to God!

3. Study topics pertaining to Worship, Music, and Leadership. Get some good books (if you need suggestions, let me know!). Read, study, learn, and apply. If you don’t like to read, pray and ask Jesus to change you! He will. Also check out good websites for articles, audio teachings and more. I highly recommend Sovereign Grace Ministries.

4. Set aside a few dollars each month to purchase quality music. If we want to develop and grow in musicianship and leadership we must be listening to the best musicians and learning from the most humble and seasoned worship leaders out there.


I hope we’ll each put ONE or more of these into action!