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How Do We Keep Our Eyes on Jesus?

Posted on November 7, 2024 by Mark Cole

The race of life is not a sprint; it’s a marathon. Hebrews 12 encourages us to “run with endurance the race God has set before us.” But the key to this endurance lies in the phrase that follows: “We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith.” So how do we keep our eyes on Him, especially in a world full of distractions? 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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Going from Song Leading to Worship Leading

Posted on January 28, 2023 by Mark Cole

Leaders, how do you go from just leading songs to leading worship? How do you get a congregation to get past just singing songs to actually worshiping God? Let me suggest some insights to help you grow as a worship leader. … Continue reading →

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How to Memorize Worship Songs

Posted on March 5, 2020 by Mark Cole

By Brenton Collyer There are a great many benefits when you memorize worship songs, allowing you to be more in the moment musically, more focused on the Lord spiritually, and more able to lead the congregation pastorally. As daunting as it may seem … Continue reading →

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10 Things Every Worship Leader Should Do Before the Service

Posted on June 20, 2019 by Mark Cole

By Wes Pickering – There’ a simple pre-flight checklist that I try my best to go through every time I lead worship.  None of these things are all that complicated, but it helps each service go smoothly and minimizes distractions. … Continue reading →

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Happy People: 12 Things They Do Differently

Posted on March 31, 2016 by Mark Cole

Just as a father loves it when he sees his children laughing and enjoying themselves; so God loves to see His children full of joy and enjoying an abundant life. Jesus said it this way, “I have come that their joy … Continue reading →

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12 Habits Of The Highly Successful

Posted on October 25, 2015 by Mark Cole

Those who have become very successful have deliberate habits that make them more productive and effective. To emulate these habits, we must train ourselves and be focused; we must take our bad habits and replace them with new ones. Here are … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Pet Peeves About Worship Leaders

Posted on January 3, 2015 by Mark Cole

By Kent Shaffer: Recently, Carlos Whittaker of Buckhead Church (Atlanta, GA) blogged the dangerous question: What is the biggest gripe you have about something a Sunday worship leader does? The 185+ responses were fascinating, insightful, and offensive to some. To cut … Continue reading →

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Leading Worship: Where Is Your Focus?

Posted on October 7, 2014 by Mark Cole

Leading public worship at a good level is challenging. There is leading the band and singers and getting the best out of a group of volunteers of various abilities. There is picking the right songs for your congregation. There is … Continue reading →

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4 Reasons Not To Worry

Posted on June 19, 2014 by Mark Cole

Mary Fairchild ~ I’ve spent an awful lot of time in my life worrying. I’ve worried about grades in school, job interviews, approaching deadlines and shrinking budgets. I’ve worried about bills and expenses, rising gas prices, insurance costs and endless … Continue reading →

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