Worship Leading Off of the Platform

Notes from this video:

1. Trust that you have the capacity to do what you need to do.
   1. This may sound weird but know that the work you’ve put in rehearsing and preparing has gotten you to where you are now.  You’ve led worship before, you’re part of a great team.  Put that rehearsal time in ahead of time and know that you’ve got the musical stuff.
   2. Execute your set with excellence, do the best you can.  Understand though that what you do on the stage or booth will be augmented by what you do before and after the service.
2. Realize that this will be a singular interaction with church for a lot of your visitors.
   1. There’s a reason we in the church world joke about the ChrEasters, it’s a real thing and you have the opportunity to lead worship for people that likely won’t hear about Jesus again this year.
   2. Be careful about what you say between songs, don’t use insider language and alienate people.  If you’re going to end a song and instruct people to “lift up a shout of praise” you should give a little context for those that aren’t used to that.
3. Understand that the time you spend off the platform is likely more important than your time on the platform.
   1. It may not feel like it but no matter what position you’re in, you’re seen as a leader and it means a lot to a new visitor for you to interact with them.
   2. A simple handshake and asking them what their name is and how they heard about your church this weekend will go a long way toward helping them feel welcome.
4. The goal should be to get these people that are only coming for Easter to come next week.  
   1. Remember that it’s not on you to make sure a visitor comes to faith in Jesus.
   2. You may not be able to get them to come to faith in Jesus in one interaction, you want them to continue to come though.  Do your part well but realize that the small amount of time you spend actually connecting will mean the world to those you talk to.