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Handling Criticism as a Worship Leader: When to Learn and When to Ignore

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Mark Cole

“If you ignore criticism, you will end in poverty and disgrace; if you accept correction, you will be honored.” – Proverbs 13:18 (NLT) As a worship leader, criticism is inevitable. Whether it comes from your pastor, team members, congregation, or … Continue reading →

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Worship Teams: Overcoming Fear and Anxiety

Posted on February 3, 2025 by Mark Cole

Fear, anxiety, and stage fright are common struggles for singers and worship team members. Standing before a congregation to lead worship requires vulnerability and courage. Whether you’re new to the team or a seasoned leader, it’s natural to feel nervous. … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Working Hard as a Worship Leader

Posted on January 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

Proverbs 12:24 says, “Work hard and become a leader; be lazy and become a slave.” This timeless wisdom reminds us that diligent effort paves the way for leadership, while laziness leads to mediocrity and dependence. As someone who has been … Continue reading →

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Worship Team: How Prepared is “Prepared”?

Posted on April 16, 2024 by Mark Cole

You’ve probably said this to your team or heard this from your leader: “Everybody needs to practice and come to rehearsal prepared!” But how prepared is prepared? Continue reading →

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Worship Leading: Overcoming Fear

Posted on April 5, 2024 by Mark Cole

Overcoming fear when leading worship in front of a congregation is a common challenge that many worship leaders face. Here are some strategies to help you overcome this fear: Continue reading →

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Do You Want To See The Supernatural In Your Ministry?

Posted on November 27, 2022 by Mark Cole

In 1998, my wife, Anna and I were asked to accompany a group of Christian students on a missions trip to the Philippines. We spent a few months helping prepare the group for the two-week trip because it was my wife’s  job to … Continue reading →

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Why I Didn’t Eat For 40 Days

Posted on March 14, 2017 by Mark Cole

In 1998, my wife, Anna and I were asked to accompany a group of students on a missions trip to the Philippines. We spent a few months helping prepare the group for the two-week trip. Anna was on staff at … Continue reading →

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Five Reasons That Practice And Rehearsal Is Essential

Posted on February 22, 2015 by Mark Cole

by Brian Tabor ~ Twitter: @BrianLTabor ~ “We talkin’ bout practice?” Those words were spoken by former NBA star Allen Iverson back in 2002. He was being questioned by a reporter for missing his team’s practice. It was quite a rant, one that has … Continue reading →

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Getting Ready For The Next Level

Posted on July 1, 2014 by Mark Cole

In 1998, my wife, Anna and I were asked to accompany a group of Christian students from Pacific Academy on a missions trip to the Philippines. We spent a few months helping prepare the group for the two-week trip. Anna … Continue reading →

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Secrets To Climbing The Mountain

Posted on June 8, 2014 by Mark Cole

A couple of years ago I got to climb the largest mountain in our area. Mount Temple is the highest peak (3,543 m/11,624 ft) in the Canadian Rockies that you can scramble (you don’t have to use ropes). I had … Continue reading →

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