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Worship Leaders: The Power Of Patience and Gentle Words
“Patience can persuade a prince, and soft speech can break bones.” (Proverbs 25:15, NLT) As worship leaders, our words and attitudes carry great influence. In the heat of ministry, it’s easy to rely on authority or urgency to make things … Continue reading
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Tagged break bones, communication, conflict, encouragement, gentle words, growth, humility, kindness, nurture, patience, persistence, power, prayer, soft speech, trust Him, vision, waiting, wisdom
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How a Pastor Can Grow a Church: Lessons from the Parable of the Growing Seed
One of the most encouraging parables Jesus told about the Kingdom of God is found in Mark 4:26-29: “The Kingdom of God is like a farmer who scatters seed on the ground. Night and day, while he’s asleep or awake, … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, Church, God, Leadership, Wisdom, Worship
Tagged church, church growth, community, culture, discipleship, God's timing, growth, harvest, leaders, plant faithfully, planting, prayer, preaching, process, relationships, seed, sending people, sowing, step by step, training, transformation, trust God, Worship
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What It Means to Follow Jesus
In the Gospel of Mark, Jesus calls His disciples with a simple yet life-altering invitation: “Follow Me and be My disciple.” (Mark 1:17, NLT) This call was not just for Peter, Andrew, James, and John—it is for every believer who … Continue reading
The Most Important Thing
In a world full of distractions, endless pursuits, and countless responsibilities, it can be easy to lose sight of what truly matters. We ask ourselves, What should I focus on? What’s most important in life? Thankfully, Jesus’ words in Matthew … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, broken world, character, forgive, God is the source, God's heart, grace, healing, honor God, hope, identity, Love God, Love others, love people, most important, obey, pray, prayer, scripture, serve, transforms, Worship
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Music Mission to Albania: Partner with Us to Make an Impact
This June, Anna and I have an incredible opportunity to bring the love of Christ and the gift of music to Albania! We’re excited to share how God is leading us to serve in this beautiful, predominantly Muslim country, and … Continue reading
10 Tests Of A Good Worship Leader
How are you doing as a worship leader? How do you know if you are a good worship leader? Let me suggest a few guidelines that will help to quantify your leadership. 10 Tests Of A Good Worship Leader 1. Is … Continue reading
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Tagged actions, Bible, clapping, congregation, pastor, prayer, rehearsal, secret place, test
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10 Keys to Growing a Small Church
Working in a small church is a special privilege. It’s intimate, personal, and often deeply fulfilling. However, small churches often face unique challenges when it comes to growth. Whether your goal is numerical growth, deeper discipleship, or both, here are … Continue reading
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Tagged actionable, Bible studies, Biblical, change, children, children's ministry, clear steps, community needs, disciple, faithful, fasting, follow-up, greetings, host meals, invite, needs, participation, patient, prayer, prayer meetings, preaching, pulpit, relationships, relevant, serve, spiritual vitality, teaching, vision, Worship
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God Answered My Prayer For A Wife…(And Much More)
In the fall of 1981 I was travelling as the music director for a Christian band in Europe called Living Sound III. By that time I was 27 years old, had my Bachelor of Music Degree and had travelled to … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, direction, God, prayer, relationship with God, wife, Winkie Pratney
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Seven Habits Of Healthy Worship Leaders
I recently celebrated 50 years since I started into full-time music ministry. There have been some incredible highs and a few lows along the way. But, I have always been amazed at the faithfulness of God. Here are a few … Continue reading
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