Do you struggle to learn new songs? Before you say you don’t, let me clarify what I mean.

When we start something, we’re never amazing at it. This Fertilizer is dedicated to worship leaders, teams, and techs in their first five years of serving.

Have you been hurried into thinking that doing work for God is like being with Him?

“What if where you feel the tension you discover God’s intention for you?”

Next week, I fly to Columbus, Ohio, to encourage a worship and creative team. I’ll be rehearsing them and leading the Sunday services as part of the training weekend. In preparation, I’m sending them notes on one of the songs we’ll lead.

I was speaking with a church that has been without a staff worship leader for nearly a year.

I’ve been a church musician for 40 years. (since 1984)

Leadership is creational, meaning you create who you are and replicate what’s inside you.

When I was a kid, I hated tomatoes.

I was talking with coach Walter K, and he was reveling in a simple idea that has made a significant difference in congregational engagement.

My three teenage children went to a youth camp recently.

Who Are You Chasing? New pedals?
Bethel’s vibe? Happiness? A bigger worship team?

Do you love rehearsals as much as I do? I admit sometimes they are more fun than the actual service.

We’re hosting a work team of young missionaries of the Mennonite flavor.

I’m working with a worship team that has been trained well.

My dear friend, George Yellak, allowed me to eavesdrop on a conversation with one of his team members.

The Shepherd is a Pastor who develops community and belonging.

On a Sunday afternoon, my wife and I were hanging out on the comfy couches in our living room with two of our sons, thirteen and sixteen.

I remember asking my Dad, “Do I have to?” when asked to clean my room or do my homework.

Do I have what it takes?