Journal

A worship leader stands between the preached message and the congregation’s lived response. The role of the worship leader in interpreting the sermon theme…

Knowing how to write a song about the Second Coming that builds anticipation begins with purpose. The aim is not to turn worship into a forecast or stir fear…

UpFront Worship exists to draw people closer to God through music that gives Him the glory. Our harmony-driven blend of acoustic and rock styles is shaped by…

A worship set is a spiritual journey expressed through songs, transitions, dynamics and silence. Its purpose is not to display a band’s range or flatter a…

On Sunday, a worship leader reaches the final chorus and notices that the room has gone quiet. The melody suits the leader, yet several singers strain, stop or…

A worship song can do more than repeat a comforting phrase. When it celebrates the names of God, it gives the congregation a language for what the Lord is like…

The importance of eye contact between a worship leader and sound engineer is easy to overlook because so much of their work happens through monitors, talkback…

Choosing an arrangement for a worship song is more than deciding how many musicians should stand on stage. The right instrumentation supports the song’s…

Worship is a shared offering, shaped by the people in the room and the gifts God has placed among them. At UpFront Worship, our harmony-driven blend of…

A healing service calls for music that creates room for prayer, trust and attentive listening to God. The song should support the ministry taking place, rather…