It happened again and again: the
impasse, talking in circles, limited information. In my early years, I thought
all I needed was the best available information and some clear logic to make
the best decision. Every good leader wants logic and information for important
decisions.
But as I watched leaders who were consistently effective, I began to notice
something else. Leading well eventually ...
In this interview, Tim Keller, pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in midtown Manhattan, New York, reflects on the "learned skill" of worship that pleases God.
Is worship doing what comes naturally? Or is it a skill that must be learned?
Tim Keller: Worshiping God is an instinct that's gone awry. As a result, it must be learned, but as it's learned, it feels utterly right and natural.
You don't have to be a megachurch to worship God well. Our church, blessed with only modest means, learned that lesson. Here are the values that undergird our approach to worship:
1. Authenticity over excellence. Authenticity isn't an excuse for laziness. Excellence is a legitimate value within the church. It's tough for the congregation to worship when they're squirming because the soloist is embarrassingly ...
Worship by the Bookby D.A. Carson
Worship styles and practices vary greatly between different church traditions. But what is a biblical theology of worship? Carson, Mark Ashton, Kent Hughes, and Timothy Keller ...
POWERPOINT Worship This theme focuses on a number of resources to help your leaders understand worship better and lead it more effectively. The multiple learning formats help train your team in the practical aspects of leading God-honoring worship. by BuildingChurchLeaders.com
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