Picture an awkward teenager in grade nine during the early 1980s. I was trying to discover … Back to My Heavy Metal RootsRead more
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Listening to the Music
Each Monday I share something that I am thankful for, some piece of Good News. Sometimes … Listening to the MusicRead more
And the Most Popular Musical Artist on My Playlist is…
I recently decided to do a series of Twitter polls pitting the various musical artists on … And the Most Popular Musical Artist on My Playlist is…Read more
What Does Worship Style Have to Do With a Successful Church?
Different churches have different worship styles. Where they are at may be for a variety of … What Does Worship Style Have to Do With a Successful Church?Read more
Good News: Rocking Out!
I will freely admit that parenting teenage children is probably the hardest thing that I have … Good News: Rocking Out!Read more
Good News: Our Rocker – Part Two
In my previous post, I talked about how my son Justus played a short tribute to … Good News: Our Rocker – Part TwoRead more
Good News: Our Rocker – Part One
This past week, legendary guitarist Eddie Van Halen died. This was sad for many people. I … Good News: Our Rocker – Part OneRead more
Worship and Music Are Not the Same Thing
I once applied for a youth pastor position and was horrified to see that the role … Worship and Music Are Not the Same ThingRead more
Good News: Our Guitarist
Our son Justus just got back from a week at our local Baptist camp. One of … Good News: Our GuitaristRead more
The New Worship War
A number of decades ago, a conflict erupted over the style of worship. Some congregations felt … The New Worship WarRead more
How Contemporary Does Worship Have to Be?
One of the most successful and influential pastors in Canada is Carey Nieuhof. His influence goes … How Contemporary Does Worship Have to Be?Read more
Good News: Rhythm Section
My good news for this week has to do with a decision my son and I … Good News: Rhythm SectionRead more
What I Look for in Worship Music
The “experts” would probably say that the worship wars are over or at least a non-issue. … What I Look for in Worship MusicRead more
Adele Invites Girl With Autism to Sing Onstage
Popular singer, Adele, invited a young girl to join her onstage and to sing her favourite … Adele Invites Girl With Autism to Sing OnstageRead more
Beautiful Sounds
This is an amazing video of Madison Tevlin covering the song All of Me. I learned … Beautiful SoundsRead more
Quality Investments
In previous years, we had quite a time getting Justus to school. He just did not … Quality InvestmentsRead more
Connecting With Music
Tonight Amanda took Justus for his first worship team practice. Justus has some natural talent for … Connecting With MusicRead more