Category Archives: Leadership

Worship Team: How Prepared is “Prepared”?

Posted on April 16, 2024 by Mark Cole

You’ve probably said this to your team or heard this from your leader: “Everybody needs to practice and come to rehearsal prepared!” But how prepared is prepared? Continue reading →

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The Kingdom: Insight From Jesus

Posted on April 6, 2024 by Mark Cole

Jesus taught His disciples to prioritize seeking the Kingdom of God and His righteousness above all else. In Matthew 6:33, He said, “But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” This instruction underscores the paramount importance of aligning one’s life with God’s reign and righteousness. 

Let’s explore Jesus’ teachings about the Kingdom in light of this foundational principle: Continue reading →

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Can God Touch A Nation?

Posted on March 18, 2024 by Mark Cole

In February 2000, I left home for a week to lead worship for Charles Ndifon in Copenhagen, Denmark at ‘Kirken i Kulturcenteret’ (CPH Christian Center). Charles had been in Denmark the year before and had ministered to a small college … Continue reading →

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Learning To Lead

Posted on March 15, 2024 by Mark Cole

For the first ten of years of full time music ministry I was very content to be the guy who was behind the scenes. When I first started, I played in the band and later on I wrote the music … Continue reading →

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Strong Worship Leaders: The 18 Things They Avoid

Posted on March 11, 2024 by Mark Cole

Strong worship leaders develop good attitudes and habits. They keep their heart, mind and spirit right before God and man. Check out these things that strong leaders don’t do, so you can grow and improve. 1. They don’t miss out on … Continue reading →

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Wired for Worship: Integrating Technology with Spiritual Purpose

Posted on March 1, 2024 by Mark Cole

In the contemporary landscape of worship, technology can play a pivotal role in facilitating seamless, impactful, and spiritually enriching experiences. As a worship leader or organizer within your church, integrating various apps and websites can streamline processes, enhance creativity, and … Continue reading →

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A Worship Leader’s Job Description and Pay

Posted on February 22, 2024 by Mark Cole

I need some general insight as we start looking for a worship leader for our church plant. What price range should I ask for from my finance/leadership team as I seek to hire a worship leader? Continue reading →

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Unlocking the Secrets of Effective Prayer

Posted on February 19, 2024 by Mark Cole

By studying the prayer lives of Jesus and other influential men of prayer in the Bible, we can uncover timeless principles that unlock the secrets of effective communication with God. Continue reading →

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The 10 Commandments of Great Worship Team Members

Posted on February 10, 2024 by Mark Cole

Sometimes I lead the worship band and sometimes I play in the band. Both are important roles and have specific responsibilities to do them well. As both a leader and a player/singer, here are my ten most important rules as a team member: Continue reading →

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10 Practical Goals For All Worship Leaders

Posted on February 9, 2024 by Mark Cole

As a worship leader, are you wondering about some good, practical goals to make as we go into this next season. Here are 10 great goals as adapted from Brad from Worship Links. 1) Read the entire Bible There is nothing better … Continue reading →

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