5. Let’s give God a hand.
This one is 50/50. If the worship leader joins the congregation in clapping with praise for God, there is no problem here. If, however, the worship leader is clearly basking in the attention, Wilson says the translation here is, “I would like to hear some applause.”
Still hanging on? Maybe you’ve disagreed with everything here so far. Let me reiterate that it’s okay. Churches express worship differently and God hears it as all good.
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Speaking of all good, let’s have some positive reinforcement for what worship leaders are doing right. You deserve serious kudos as well which Wilson expresses in his second piece “10 Things I Love That Worship Leaders Do.” So thank you for always striving to do the following things:
1. Lead rather than perform
When worship leaders treat church services like a talent show, it is painful to watch. The congregation knows how talented you are, and would probably come cheer you on at an coffeehouse open mic night. But now is not the time to display your talents. It is the time to use your talents to lead the church in glorifying God.
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Wilson simply says it like this: “I am grateful for talented vocalists and musicians serving as worship leaders, but I’m especially grateful when our leaders don’t treat their position as a showcase for their gifts but as an opportunity to shepherd the flock.”
2. Not fear silence
It is refreshing find a moment of silence, even in the middle of a planned worship service. Just a beat of quiet may be all the congregation needs to hear God speak.
Wilson writes, “In our daily lives we are awash with noise. We are hurry-sick. Even when we’re alone, we’re taking in the ‘noise’ of the Internet or something else. I think it’s wonderful to take this into account in our worship services, not feel inclined to mirror the constant noise of the world, and give us some time to hush. It’s good for our souls.”
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