Chapter 18: Angels in the Outfield
Knowing and Playing Your Role
God has made you a steward of your congregation - just as He made Adam a steward or
mediator of the earth (Ps 8:6). The role you play in leading worship is essentially a
mediator between God and His people. Some call it ‘prophetic’, some call it ‘being
sensitive to the Holy Spirit’s leading’. It’s hearing what God wants to say to or do to and
in His people, and then communicating it through song, scripture, spoken word, or
some other form. This is why your personal prayer and devotional life are so vital to
your ministry. This is why planning can only go so far. This is why leading worship is so
much more than singing songs. It is both a great responsibility and a holy call. The
planning and execution of worship should never be entered into lightly. We are called to
more than getting people to sing songs - we are called to connect and engage people with
the living God!
Do you feel inadequate? I pray so. In humility, let us surrender our own agendas and
declare that God would have His way. We will be obedient and His grace will be
sufficient.
Know your role. Perform your role to the best of your ability. And we will see the glory
of God transform our churches and ministries.