If a complete stranger approached you and invited you on a road trip, would you follow?
A little weird, right? If you don’t trust someone, you don’t go on a journey with them.
It’s the same with worship leading. If you’re not building trust with the people you lead, they’re not going to follow you. A massive part of building that trust is learning to communicate well.
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An Acronym for Communicating Effectively
- Speak to One Person – address the room as individuals
- Plan – outline your talk: ask a question, speak truth, call to action
- Engage Emotions – empathize with the people
- Audition Yourself – rehearse what you’re going to say
- Know Your Audience – be influenced by the needs of your congregation
Resources Mentioned in this Post
- Blog Post: We We All Need Embarrassing Moments
- Pad Loops
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Thanks for this podcast, Dave. This is so necessary for worship leaders! Personally, I work on developing this aspect of my leading just as much or more than my musicianship. God forbid we sing songs without our hearts engaged in worship. Effective communication creates that deeper connection. Honestly, the speaking aspect of leading worship should be part of every church’s interview process for new worship leaders.
“P” is so important. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve started to talk and can’t figure out a way to “close” what I’m saying. Then I end up talking way longer than I had intended. Sometimes shorter is better.
I also try not to quote the song I’m leading into. You have to plan ahead in order to find creative ways, whether through personal experience or whatever, to lead into a song during corporate worship.
Wise words, Cliff. Good point on not quoting the song. That’s the lazy, easy way out 😉
David,
Thanks so much for your podcast. I’m a a newbie to the worship leader position and have been leading worship for our Celebrate Recovery ministry for about 9 months now. It’s been a wonderful learning experience that God has used to teach me, grow my faith & trust in him more. Your podcast has such great information. I have enjoyed every episode that I’ve listened to and have tried to implement the tips and advice into our own worship team.
I really, really enjoyed the latest feature about the embarrassing moments. So far, I’ve not had anything that embarrassing to speak of (knock on wood). It was so nice to laugh and hear all the funny stories from the listeners. Anyways, thanks again for all you do. It’s been such a great resource for me. Blessings on you and your family this Thanksgiving.
Jason Lange
Jason – thanks so much for tuning in. Glad you’re finding some value. Just wait – you’ll have some embarrassing moments to share soon 🙂