In talking with church musicians in various churches around the country, one thing that I've noticed is a new found understanding of our role as lead worshipers. Church musicians seem to be coming back to the realization that we are worshipers first, musicians second. Without a true biblical based understanding of our role as worship leaders, it doesn't matter how great of a musician we are.
We've got to get back to the basics. Our leading others in worship is all about God, not about the music. It goes without saying that the music has to be well rehearsed, filled with excellence, inspiring and God honoring. However, our primary focus should be on uplifting the Lord, creating a worshipful atmosphere, exemplifying true worship from the platform, and facilitating worship among God's people. We are leading the Bride of Christ in worship. The magnitude of that responsibility alone should have us on our faces before the Lord on a daily basis in preparation for that moment.
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