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Worship Leaders: Lessons from the Prayer Life of Jesus

Posted on February 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

As worship leaders, our public ministry should always flow from our private devotion. If there’s anyone we should learn from when it comes to prayer, it’s Jesus. His life was marked by constant communication with the Father. He didn’t just … Continue reading →

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Handling Criticism as a Worship Leader: When to Learn and When to Ignore

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Mark Cole

“If you ignore criticism, you will end in poverty and disgrace; if you accept correction, you will be honored.” – Proverbs 13:18 (NLT) As a worship leader, criticism is inevitable. Whether it comes from your pastor, team members, congregation, or … Continue reading →

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Lessons from Job’s Friends: What They Teach Us (Both Good and Bad)

Posted on January 21, 2025 by Mark Cole

The Book of Job is one of the most profound explorations of suffering, faith, and the nature of God. It’s a book that many of us turn to in times of trouble, seeking answers to life’s hardest questions. For over … 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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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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Celebrating Fathers: Practical Ways to Honor Dads

Posted on June 17, 2023 by Mark Cole

Fatherhood is a precious gift, and honoring our dads goes beyond a mere obligation—it’s an opportunity to express gratitude and strengthen the bond we share. The Bible provides timeless wisdom on how we can honor our fathers in practical ways. … Continue reading →

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7 Tips On Becoming A Good Acoustic Guitar Player

Posted on May 8, 2023 by Mark Cole

Becoming a good acoustic guitar player on a worship team takes time, dedication, and practice. Here are some tips to help you improve: 1. Buy a good acoustic guitar: (new or used) Having a solid instrument that plugs into your … Continue reading →

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7 Tips To Become A Great Back-up Singer On Your Worship Team

Posted on May 8, 2023 by Mark Cole

Becoming a great backup singer in a church worship team requires dedication, practice, and a few key skills. Here are some tips to help you achieve this goal:

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10 Tips On Improving Your Worship Band Rehearsal

Posted on January 14, 2023 by Mark Cole

I have spent many days and evenings at rehearsals. It is the price you pay if you want to do music at a good musical level. It is the price you pay if you want to get past the music … Continue reading →

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How To Be A Great Backup Singer

Posted on July 11, 2022 by Mark Cole

Adapted from Insights On Worship It’s one thing to have a great voice. It is quite another to possess the skills it takes to make your worship leader want to schedule you as often as possible. Here are some solid tips … Continue reading →

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