Journal

The Book of Psalms gives worship writers a rich biblical framework for expressing joy, grief, trust, repentance and praise. Its songs speak honestly about life…

Worship leadership is a joyful calling, yet it carries emotional, spiritual and practical weight. A leader may prepare songs, guide rehearsals, support…

A worship song about God’s love should do more than describe a comforting feeling. It can help a congregation recognise God’s character, remember his…

Playing with a click track has changed the way we think about worship music. At first, the metronome in our ears seemed like a technical tool designed to keep…

A midweek prayer meeting has a different pace from a Sunday service. People may arrive after work, school pick-up or a long commute, carrying the noise of the…

King David’s worship was expressive, disciplined and deeply personal. He sang with confidence, played skillfully, danced before the Ark of the Covenant and…

Standing in front of a congregation can feel exposing, even when the purpose is to honour God rather than showcase personal ability. A worship leader may know…

Repetition is one of the oldest and most recognisable features of worship music. From the repeated “Holy, holy, holy” of Isaiah’s vision to the recurring…

A worship song rarely arrives fully formed. It usually begins with a quiet musical idea, a line from Scripture, or a prayer that stays with us through the…

Mobile entertainment has changed how people fill quiet moments, whether they are travelling, relaxing at home, or taking a short break between commitments. For…