Category: Worship

  • The “Ridiculous” Gods of Then and Now

    The “Ridiculous” Gods of Then and Now

    I overhood a tourmate whisper to their spouse, “It’s just so ridiculous that they would worship these fake gods…” But was it that ridiculous?

  • My Grandchildren’s Denomination

    My Grandchildren’s Denomination

    As the Global Methodist Church’s Convening Conference comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on what this denomination means for future generations.

  • A Memorial Day Prayer

    A Memorial Day Prayer

    Yesterday, I shared in worship a prayer I wrote for Memorial Day. It was suggested that I share it more publicly, so I thought I’d share it here. If you are a ministry leader, feel free to share it in your worship settings in the future. Memorial Day is a day to remember those who…

  • Why I Love Good Friday

    Why I Love Good Friday

    When our days feel more like Good Fridays than Easter Sundays, we’re reminded of the gift that Good Friday is to the Christian.

  • After the Outpouring: “Good” Worship

    After the Outpouring: “Good” Worship

    What makes worship “good”? How the Asbury Outpouring taught me about “good” worship and “perfect” worship and what we as worship planners should think about coming out of the revival.

  • After the Outpouring: When Preferences Get in the Way

    After the Outpouring: When Preferences Get in the Way

    During the Asbury Outpouring, God transcended our preferences and met us where as a people were. Can we lay aside our own preferences in worship?