HOW DOES ONE LEAD WORSHIP?

 3. Clarify

In 1 Cor.  14:7-8 Paul says we’re to make sure that people understand what’s going on in a meeting. That brings to the third reason to say something – clarity. Any liturgy done without understanding can turn into a lifeless ritual for those present. And contrary to popular belief, explaining things doesn’t have to quench the Spirit. It can even be biblical. Take time to explain what people might not know or bring theological weight to words and actions that people might miss. Here are some questions you can answer:

Why did we sing the last song? Why are we singing the next song? Why are we doing something besides singing? Why are we doing something other than what we normally do? What just happened?

You can explain uncommon lyrics or phrases (here I raise mine Ebeneezer), as well as common ones (grace, mercy, glory). We can also clarify issues like:

Why don’t we do this by ourselves at home? Why do we sing? What should we be doing with our bodies? What are we learning about as a church?

4. Inspire

A fourth reason we might say something between songs is to inspire those we’re leading (although it doesn’t always have that effect).

Seek to inspire faith in God, because without faith it is impossible to please God (Heb. 11:6)
Seek to inspire hope in God, because we are called to abound in hope (Rom. 15:13)
Seek to inspire love for God, because loving God is the greatest commandment (Mt. 22:36-38)

Feel free to follow up with questions or comments on what I’ve written here. In my next post, I’ll share a number of thoughts and practices that have helped me and others over the years.

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