I’ve learned to recognize that when my mind is more focused on playing the music than on lifting my heart, it’s normal. It’s worship too.
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C; is the next note F? Which verse am I in? A minor; make sure to look up at everyone. G; don’t lose your place. Keep the tempo so everyone stays together. C; build the energy here, and look up! Is everyone following OK? Make sure to breathe before this long phrase. F; don’t speed up here. A minor; lead everyone through to the end . . .
Sound familiar? This is a window into my stream of consciousness when I’m leading musical worship for our congregation. As I coach myself, I’m motivated by a desire to shepherd our congregation into sincere and heartfelt praise to the Lord.
