Being a Worship Leader, or a member of the Worship Team, typically means that you will be on stage, in plain view of the congregation, as you exercise the privilege of leading them into an awareness of the presence of God. Whether you like it or not, they are looking at your outward appearance.

One of the most common questions that I am asked by musicians is, “How do I get better?” This question is typically coupled with a statement like, “I’ve plateaued…” or, “I don’t know how to grow from here…” My advice to people who ask this question is always the same. I’ll admit that it is a bit counter-intuitive, but it works.

The American rock band REO Speedwagon released an album in the late 1970s called You Can Tune a Piano, but You Can’t Tuna Fish. I don’t know why, but that is really funny to me. When it comes to making great music that is compelling and engaging, one of the most important and foundational tools is the tuner. If even one band member is playing out of tune, it is a real problem for everyone.

There is an old saying that goes like this: “Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime.” This principle is worth considering when it comes to leading our people in worship.