Monthly Archives: February 2023

Top 50 Bible Verses

The Bible is an amazing book (actually a collection of 66 books). It is the most widely read book in history. Here are the most read verses based on searches from Bible Gateway.  (All are quoted from the NIV). These 50 verses are … Continue reading

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The Organized Worship Leader

During my 30 years of worship leading and leading church music departments, I have discovered that one of the best ways to take any stress out of music ministry is to be organized and well prepared. During my busiest seasons … Continue reading

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9 Keys To Memorizing Music for Worship

Lately, I have been reminded about the importance of memorizing the music when I lead worship. I have found that memorization brings my leading of the congregation and worship of God to a whole new level. I lead on either … Continue reading

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17 Common Worship Leading Mistakes

By Marie Page – 1. Including too many new songs in the set – Your congregation is there to worship – most will find it difficult to do so if they spend most of the time learning your latest masterpieces. Vary your set list … Continue reading

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My Favourite Cities In The World ~ Part 2

If you are just joining us: here is a link to Part 1 of ‘My Favourite Cities In The World’. Now on to my favourite cities #6 through #10. 6. Venice, Italy  Italy has so many great cities and towns and … Continue reading

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My Favourite Cities In The World ~ Part 1

When people find out that I have spent ten years of my life on the road and have travelled to over 70 countries, they often ask me about my favourite places that I have visited. Here are some stories from … Continue reading

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What I’ve Learned About Starting A Youth Worship Band

I was recently asked if I could give some advice on how to start a Junior High Worship Band. One of the churches that I worked at, had a small Christian school and I was put in charge of working … Continue reading

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15 Great Reasons To Read The Bible Daily

Studies have shown that the single most powerful catalyst of people’s spiritual growth is personal Bible study and reflection. Here are 15 great reasons to spend time reading God’s words daily. To be rid of anxiety and have peace  (PSALM  … Continue reading

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Top Adventures

I love the adventure of following God and seeing where that leads. The Bible promises that: “If you trust in the Lord with all your heart and don’t lean on your own understanding, He will direct your path.” I have trusted … Continue reading

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The Night I Almost Froze To Death

The first time I ever went cross-country skiing was a overnight 33 km trip in Banff National Park to Egypt Lake. What was I thinking? An overnight, 33 km trip in the dead of winter, on high mountain passes, doing … Continue reading

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