Category Archives: Music

How God Builds Our Faith One Step at a Time

Posted on September 21, 2025 by Mark Cole

Isaiah 28:10 says: “He tells us everything over and over—one line at a time,one line at a time,a little here,and a little there!” This verse reminds us that spiritual growth is not instant. God builds our faith patiently—one step at … Continue reading →

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Skill and Heart: Lessons from the Levites

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

Scripture:“Each day the Levites and priests sang to the Lord, accompanied by loud instruments. Hezekiah encouraged all the Levites regarding the skill they displayed as they served the Lord.” (2 Chronicles 30:21–22) Worship leaders often wrestle with the balance between … Continue reading →

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The Easiest Way to Copyright Your Songs

Posted on September 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

As a songwriter, you’ve probably wondered: How do I protect my songs? The good news is that copyright is simpler than most people realize. In fact, your music is protected the moment you create it. Let’s walk through the easiest … Continue reading →

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Helping Children Learn to Read Music (Not Just Memorize It)

Posted on September 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

As music teachers, we all know that some children pick up music reading quickly, while others struggle. For many, it’s tempting to bypass the notes altogether and simply teach songs by rote—“watch me, copy me, play it back.” While this … Continue reading →

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Worship that Lasts for Generations

Posted on September 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

In 2 Chronicles 23, after the rightful king Joash was crowned, the people were commanded “to sing and rejoice as David had instructed” (v. 18). Even generations after David, his pattern of worship was still guiding God’s people. That shows … Continue reading →

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Psalm 150: A Call to Praise Without Limits

Posted on August 30, 2025 by Mark Cole

Psalm 150 is the grand finale of the book of Psalms. After 149 chapters of lament, thanksgiving, confession, and worship, the psalmist closes the entire collection with one clear theme: praise the Lord! It’s as though the psalms build up … Continue reading →

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A Biblical Model for Resourcing Worship: 10% for Musicians

Posted on August 23, 2025 by Mark Cole

In 1 Chronicles 23:3–5, David organized the Levites for temple service: That last group is fascinating. Out of 38,000 Levites, 4,000 were set apart as musicians—that’s about 10.5% of the entire priestly tribe. Think about it: more than one in … Continue reading →

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10 Ways to Increase Your Talent

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

So often we think of talent as something fixed—you’re either have it or you don’t. But the Bible teaches us that our gifts are entrusted to us by God, and He calls us to develop them. Jesus told the parable … Continue reading →

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More Than Music: Connecting with Your Congregation

Posted on August 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

For worship musicians, Sundays can easily revolve around the practical tasks—rehearsing, sound checks, fine-tuning the mix, and giving your best during the service. It’s tempting to think our ministry ends once the final chord rings out. But worship is more … Continue reading →

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Full-Time Heart: Lessons from the Levite Musicians

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Mark Cole

Based on 1 Chronicles 9:33–34 “The musicians, all prominent Levites, lived at the Temple. They were exempt from other responsibilities since they were on duty at all hours. All these men lived in Jerusalem. They were the heads of Levite … Continue reading →

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