I can’t really tell you why this is on my mind. It couldn’t be because I have one or two of these lit on my dashboard right now, could it? Nah. That’s not it. But, if our lives had a dashboard with warning lights, there are a few warning lights we would all do well […]
Fake Mike Harland – By Mike Harland
In the wacked-out world of social media, a phenomenon has developed that until recently, had happened to everyone else. It has become so common that platforms like Twitter have a process where an account can be certified to protect against the “fake” accounts that can pop up overnight and take over someone’s identity. In recent […]
3 Simple Actions That Will Expand Your Influence – By Mike Harland
Volunteer for Duty Churches call for volunteers all the time – a need for host homes for the DiscipleNow, or more adults to chaperone the Kid’s ministry event, or just someone to serve potatoes in the Church Supper line. It goes on and on. But, often worship ministry leaders take the position that we are […]
Prayer for the Christmas Production – By Mike Harland
Jesus said, “Without me, you can’t pull off the Christmas program.” Well, that’s not an exact quote but it does align with John 15 for sure. He is the vine, we are the branches, and we had better be totally connected with Him as we go through our Christmas music presentations if we desire for […]
3 Points of Focus for the Christmas Production Season – By Mike Harland
It’s the time of year when music ministries in many churches go into another gear. Those lingering days of November bleed into December and the countdown clock to the Christmas programs at church are staring us down. It can be a wonderful time, or an awful one. Here are three points of focus that […]
The 4 P’s of Gratitude – By Mike Harland
Thanksgiving might be the holiday most closely aligned with worship that we have on the calendar. After all, gratitude is the key that unlocks the gate of worship. With it, we can proceed into the court of praise. Read Psalm 100. So, to help with this opportunity, let me share four “Ps” that might help […]
The Power of the Spoken Word – By Mike Harland
In the book Worship Essentials, I talk about a value that is present in a community of believers that have a “come and sacrifice” view of worship instead of a “come and see,” experience. Let me explain: A “Come and See” experience in worship is focused on the platform – the music and visuals are […]
Service Prayer – By Mike Harland
Have you ever said something like this to your people? “Okay, Choir. You guys move out of the loft during the prayer after the song.” “I’ll just close out with a quick prayer and you can move to the microphone then.” “Hey band, when the Pastor starts praying, you guys move on out and come […]
Of Platforms and Proclamations – By Mike Harland
Have you ever had things like this going through your head? I need to build my platform. I need to put something pithy out on social media. I need more followers to like my page. I certainly have. If I’m honest about it, I have to admit this is just the latest version […]
Encouraging Generosity in Worship – By Mike Harland
Do you know someone you would describe as generous? Would anyone describe you that way? Regardless, most of us would agree that generosity is a trait to be desired and fostered in our lives. And, it is directly connected to our view of worship. A study of scripture helps us understand that generosity has nothing […]
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