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An article I read in the January 2019 edition (vol 17) was titled, “6 mistakes that keep your church from singing” by Jon Nicol. I was intrigued. The churches I serve sing well by and large. But they don’t always sing well. And, it’s clear that some people are less engaged with the musical side of worship than looks healthy to me. What to do?
I certainly don’t want to berate the congregation when they are not engaged in the singing. Neither do I want to bully individuals into participation!
There is a better way. I think you will find the six tips helpful. They may not all apply in your situation, but it’s worth using them to review the areas which might be hindering your church from fully embracing and enjoying all of what corporate musical worship has to offer.
Last week we talked about “Can I please sit down now?”, this week we are looking at “Too loud/too soft”.
What do you find hinders congregations from singing? Please add your thoughts based on your local situation and personal experience.
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“Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.” (Psalms 100:2 NIV11)
God bless, Malcolm
PS: You might also be interested in my book: “An elephant’s swimming pool”, a devotional look at the Gospel of John
