Leading an effective worship Give unto the Lord

Leading an effective worship “Give unto the Lord the glory due unto His name; worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. ” – Psalms 29: 2; 95: 1 -2

Contents • Purpose • Product • Packaging

Purpose • Salvation of souls (Philippians 2: 10 -11) • Edification of believers (Colossians 2: 10 -11) • Presence of Holy Ghost, breakthrough and revival (Acts 16: 25 -33) • Victory in spiritual battles and physical challenges (Judges 7: 18 -25) • Hearts are prepared for the sermon • God is glorified. He will make us a name and praise on earth (Zephaniah 3: 17, 20)

Product • Songs are spiritual products with an embedded gospel of salvation and power. • Choose songs with a message; not popular songs (Ephesians 5: 19) • Sources: internet (You. Tube, websites), CDs, DVDs, Bible, music books, hymns, etc • Don’t repeat songs, learn or compose new songs • DON’T SING VERNACULAR SONGS! (Yoruba, Igbo, Twi, Creole, Fulani, Ewondo, Urobo, Ewé, Fante, Jula, Kabiyé, etc. )

Packaging • Singers should be righteous and filled with the Spirit • Training: God needs consecrated vessels Ø Rudiments of music, rehearsals Ø Voice training: avoid oily and cold food Ø Musical instruments • Lead singer dominant, others support and blend • Dressing: modesty and sobriety. No short skirts, open chests, high heels, etc. • Body language: cheerful, lively and smile. Not rowdy; people should express themselves to God

Packaging

Packaging

Packaging • Rhythm (keyboard or music playback from CDs or laptops ). Be in sync with instruments • Suitable pitch, only change it you modulate • Presentation software: Ms. Power. Point, Song. Pro, Easy. Worship, etc • Precision and pronunciation in singing are essential. • “. . . whatever you do, do all to the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10: 31)

Presentation • Atmosphere and attitude Ø Neither dull nor rowdy but spirit filled, let people express themselves Ø Body language – smile, be joyful Ø Orderliness and sobriety – choristers are ministers Ø Precision and pronunciation Ø Harmony in diversity – blend of different voices with the musical instruments • Appearance Ø Modest and decent, uniforms occasionally Ø Cultural awareness • Apparatus Ø Keyboard, other musical instruments Ø Presentation software: Ms. Power. Point, Song. Pro, Easy. Worship, etc Ø Projector, Laptop, PA system.