29 January 2009 ~ 0 Comments

“How Sweet the Sound: Remembering Great Hymns of the Faith”

While this album is far from my favorite praise and worship album, it is rock solid in many ways with just a few minor things that don’t seem to fit. Modern, fresh arrangements help timeless hymns come alive for our generation and generations to come. From probably the most well-known hymn of all time, “Amazing Grace” to “Before the Throne of God Above,” a hymn that should be more well-known, Covenant Life did a fantastic job of making these hymns accessible and easy to listen to.

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25 June 2008 ~ 0 Comments

The Worship Leader As Producer – Producing for the Local Church (2 of 2)

We’ve looked at the role and importance of a producer in the music industry.  Now let’s apply this to us as worship leaders in the local church. Every week we choose songs to use during our worship services at our churches.  These songs could range from popular songs that are heard on the radio every [...]

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24 March 2008 ~ 0 Comments

Sunday Recap – He is Risen, Indeed!

Yesterday was a great day at Living Word yet again!  For the first time in I don’t know how many years, I had Easter Sunday off.  That was a very strange experience, yet refreshing at the same time.  We sang many great Easter hymns: He Lives Rejoice, the Lord Is King Oh For a Thousand [...]

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14 February 2008 ~ 0 Comments

You are Loved Today by the Greatest Love in the History of Time

Today is Valentine’s Day. Many people today might feel very loved by someone in their life and find satisfaction and comfort in that love. Many people might feel lonely and depressed, wondering if love even exists. However, for both people, earthly love will fade and never satisfy. I was pointed to a hymn this week [...]

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