I mean think about it. DJs are led by a feeling in the room and know the direction they want to take the crowd. Worship leaders are led by the Spirit (we hope) and have an idea of the next few songs and where they want to take the crowd. They both make the music work, involve people, and give them something higher-order to think about. Some DJs have themes (I'll always remember Duane's 1am Sunday morning set with a gospel theme), and some worship teams do a selection of songs around a subject… Continue

Yesterday, I visited my parents' church (its a Saturday night service) and my father decided to ask if I could be a part of the worship. I had corresponded with the worship pastor because I was concerned, coming back from Paris around midnight after 3 separate flights, then waking up, preparing the songs, and leading in worship. But, the worship leader was excited to use me, so I ended up agreeing. Continue