Category Archives: Music

Investing In Worship: Following David’s Model

Posted on August 23, 2024 by Mark Cole

How much is your church investing in it’s worship ministry? Continue reading →

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Is Music a Spiritual Gift?

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Mark Cole

In the life of the church, few things have the power to unite, inspire, and move hearts like music. Whether through the beautiful melodies of a hymn, the uplifting chords of a worship song, or the reflective tones of a spiritual ballad, music has been a cornerstone of Christian worship for centuries. But as we delve into the New Testament’s teachings on spiritual gifts, an interesting question arises: Is music and songwriting a spiritual gift? Continue reading →

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Asaph: The Unsung Hero of Worship in the Bible

Posted on August 13, 2024 by Mark Cole

As Christian musicians, we often find inspiration in the lives of those who have gone before us, especially those whose lives were dedicated to the service of God through music. One such figure is Asaph, a Levite musician, seer, and psalmist in the Bible. Continue reading →

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Worship Team: Developing Stage Presence

Posted on July 13, 2024 by Mark Cole

Developing stage presence as a singer or player on a church worship team involves a combination of self-awareness, practice, passion for worshipping God and connecting with the message of the music. Here are some tips to help you improve your … Continue reading →

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Worship in Spirit and Truth

Posted on June 25, 2024 by Mark Cole

In the Gospel of John, Jesus delivers a profound statement that has resonated through the ages: “For God is Spirit, so those who worship Him must worship in spirit and in truth” (John 4:24, NLT). This declaration offers a deep well of spiritual wisdom, inviting us to explore the essence of true worship and our relationship with the Creator of the Universe. Continue reading →

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9 Biblical Success Principles For Musicians

Posted on June 14, 2024 by Mark Cole

Is your desire to improve and become the best musician you can be? Here are nine great principles found in the Bible that can be applied to your musical journey. 1. Excellence: The Bible encourages believers to do everything with … Continue reading →

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It Is A Privilege To Lead Worship!

Posted on May 16, 2024 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest privileges that I have is leading people to God, through worship, every Sunday morning. I spent ten years travelling around the world leading worship, but there is something quite special about working with a local team … Continue reading →

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God Loves To Sing

Posted on May 16, 2024 by Mark Cole

I love music.. I have discovered that God also loves music. If you look at the largest book in the Bible, it’s the book of the Psalms. The Psalms are the lyrics from one hundred and fifty songs. I love … Continue reading →

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7 Keys To Picking A Great Worship Set This Sunday

Posted on May 11, 2024 by Mark Cole

Worship leaders, do you have a process for deciding what songs you are going to sing this Sunday? I was recently asked how I decide what to sing. Here is some insight into what has worked for me. 1. Compile a … Continue reading →

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Finding The Right Key For Leading Worship Songs

Posted on April 30, 2024 by Mark Cole

I have recently been teaching some new worship leaders how to pick the correct key for leading worship. Here is what has been most helpful for them. First question: What is your vocal range?  I recommend you go to a … Continue reading →

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