Archives for December 2011

Dec 15 2011

4 Tips For Making Your Mediocre Song A Great One

In preparation for a live recording we’re doing in May, I’ve been songwriting like crazy.

The more I write and study great songwriters, the more I’m convinced it is slave labor.

If you think otherwise, you’re wrong.

Dec 14 2011

It’s part of what it means to be a musician.

We stand on a stage. People look at us. People love us. We’re too awesome.

At least that’s what we think.

But the worship team is much more than a gig. Matter of fact, viewing it as such is devastating.

Dec 13 2011

I have the privilege of interviewing worship pastor Aaron Niequist from Willow Creek Community Church today.

I came across his most recent project “A New Liturgy” a few months ago and was immediately drawn in.

Dec 12 2011

I have a story to tell you.

A story that has the potential to change your life today.

Dec 09 2011

When my heart is dry and I don’t feel like worshiping, I go to Scripture.

There’s nothing that stirs my affection for God like His Word.