Category Archives: Worship

Attitude Is Everything! (The Attitudes of Worship)

Posted on April 28, 2024 by Mark Cole

I have been leading worship at home and around the world for over thirty years. In my busiest seasons, I have led worship up to fourteen times in a single week. I did not always feel like it. Sometimes I just wanted to stay home … Continue reading →

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7 Keys to Walking In God’s Favor

Posted on April 25, 2024 by Mark Cole

Discovering favor with God is a journey marked by faith, grace, and transformation. If you’re seeking to deepen your relationship with God and experience His favor in your life, here are seven principles rooted in God’s Word. Continue reading →

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Godliness: 7 Characteristics That Define a Life of Purpose

Posted on April 24, 2024 by Mark Cole

What is ‘godliness’? Rooted in faith and grounded in a relationship with God, the qualities that define a godly person resonate throughout Scripture, offering a blueprint for spiritual growth and transformation. Let’s explore seven key characteristics that help define the essence of godliness: Continue reading →

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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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How To Learn To Sing Harmony

Posted on April 12, 2024 by Mark Cole

Learning to sing harmonies on a worship team requires practice, experience and ear training, It is also helpful to have a basic understanding of music theory. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you learn how to sing harmonies effectively: 1. … Continue reading →

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Heartfelt Worship: A Guide to God’s Presence in Leading

Posted on April 9, 2024 by Mark Cole

My desire, as a worship leader, is to have God’s presence, power, anointing and blessing when leading my local congregation. It is God’s presence that changes lives. It is God’s presence that heals peoples hearts and bodies. Here are some suggestions and guidelines to open the door for God’s blessings on your leading and worship. Continue reading →

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Worship Leading: Overcoming Fear

Posted on April 5, 2024 by Mark Cole

Overcoming fear when leading worship in front of a congregation is a common challenge that many worship leaders face. Here are some strategies to help you overcome this fear: Continue reading →

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Thanks for Your Support and a New Chapter Ahead

Posted on April 2, 2024 by Mark Cole

As I sit down to write these words, my heart is overflowing with gratitude for each and every one of you who have stood by Anna and me, both financially and prayerfully 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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