Practical leadership insights

You Gotta Do God’s Work, God’s Way!

In this series we’re looking at Five Epic Worship Fails from scripture,  what we can learn from them, and how we can apply their lessons in our lives and ministry. Make sure you read the Introduction first! https://www.robstill.com/five-epic-worship-fails-and-what-we-can-learn-from-them/ Epic Fail Number Two: David and The Ark (2 Samuel 6, 1Chronicles 13 & 15) Background of the [...]

By |2016-05-02T09:10:29-05:00May 2nd, 2016|Leadership, Practical Advice, Seminars, Theology|Comments Off on You Gotta Do God’s Work, God’s Way!

12 Essential Scriptures to Disciple Worship Volunteers

As I write this article, we are in the Eastertide season, the 50 days between Resurrection Sunday and Pentecost. One of the traditional stories that would be preached during this season is the “Great Commandment” that Jesus gave for his followers to “go and make disciples” (Matthew 28:19). A disciple is a believer who is [...]

By |2016-04-27T09:28:18-05:00April 27th, 2016|Leadership, Practical Advice, Theology|Comments Off on 12 Essential Scriptures to Disciple Worship Volunteers

Worship Ministry Insights from Cain & Able

In this series we’re looking at Five Epic Worship Fails from scripture,  what we can learn from them, and how we can apply their lessons in our lives and ministry. Make sure you read the Introduction first! https://www.robstill.com/five-epic-worship-fails-and-what-we-can-learn-from-them/ Epic Fail Number One: The Story of Cain & Able (Genesis 4) Background of the story. We are [...]

By |2016-04-27T11:56:39-05:00April 23rd, 2016|Leadership, Practical Advice, Seminars, Theology|Comments Off on Worship Ministry Insights from Cain & Able

Five Epic Worship Fails and What We Can Learn From Them

[Note: This is a 6 part blog series based on a recent webinar workshop I taught for WorshipTeamCoach.com entitled “Five Epic Worship Fails and we can learn from them.” It is intended to be used as a biblical training resource for your worship team. These are offered as a series of short videos (5 to 10 [...]

By |2016-04-16T14:56:20-05:00April 16th, 2016|Leadership, Resources, Theology|Comments Off on Five Epic Worship Fails and What We Can Learn From Them

The Worship Show: Carl Cartee Interview [Episode 01]

The Worship Show [Episode 1] VIDEO: Carl Cartee Interview (http://InspireWorshipConference.com) [tentblogger-youtube d23AanrplIU] I'm launching a new podcast called "The Worship Show" later this month. one of these days. But this interview with Carl Cartee is so awesome, I had to release it immediately. So here's a preview for ya! Carl's shares the three pillars that [...]

By |2014-02-01T09:17:24-06:00April 13th, 2013|Leadership, Practical Advice, Resources, Seminars|Comments Off on The Worship Show: Carl Cartee Interview [Episode 01]

How To Finish Well In Worship Ministry

There are many reasons why it may be time to step down from your role in ministry. This could be at your initiative or it could be due to undesired external circumstances. In my own journey, there were a few times when basically, it was my choice. I had finished my assignment and it was [...]

By |2013-02-18T17:53:36-06:00February 18th, 2013|Leadership|Comments Off on How To Finish Well In Worship Ministry

Worship Leader Burnout

There are some dark sides to ministry that are not discussed in a very open manner. One is burnout. First I should say that my soul is in pretty good shape right now and I'm not dealing with burn out personally. But I've seen a lot of it over the years. And I know a [...]

By |2013-02-08T11:55:57-06:00February 8th, 2013|Leadership, Practical Advice|Comments Off on Worship Leader Burnout

The Leader’s Heart

Recently I had the opportunity to meet leadership expert, author and super blogger Michael Hyatt at his book signing. This was cool because I had been inspired to write this post after listening to his fantastic podcast  on the topic “The Importance of the Leaders Heart”.  If you’re in any kind of leadership role, I [...]

By |2012-12-30T18:25:44-06:00December 18th, 2012|Leadership, Practical Advice|Comments Off on The Leader’s Heart

How Can A Worship Leader Overcome the “Law of the Lid” ?

Recently I was honored to be part of a Question & Answer forum for worship leaders hosted by WorshipTeamCoach.com  via Skype. [tentblogger-youtube WpXL5pBXaVg] In this video we answer this question: "How have you handled the "Law of the Lid" as you've served in smaller churches under less visionary pastors?" "Law of the Lid" is a term John [...]

By |2012-10-12T14:29:52-05:00October 12th, 2012|Leadership, Practical Advice|Comments Off on How Can A Worship Leader Overcome the “Law of the Lid” ?

How Do You Know If You’re Called To Lead Worship?

Recently on my missions trip in Romania, I was asked a compelling question by a young female worshiper. How do you know when you’re called to lead worship? The particular way God calls us to service is unique for each person. […]

By |2019-12-09T20:55:48-06:00September 12th, 2012|Leadership, Practical Advice, Vision|Comments Off on How Do You Know If You’re Called To Lead Worship?