Comments for Gary Trobee's Blog

Comment on I’m One Of A Kind by Tom

Tom — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 18:28:00 +0000

While I am one of 47, I'd like to think I am one of a kind

Comment on 20 Years Ago Today… by ruth

ruth — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:39:06 +0000

I just now read your story. Boy, what memories. I have never questioned your decisions or your judgments. Your faith in god and everything you do is stronger than anyone I have ever known. When you set your jaw and speek, I know vyou mean everything you say. Faith is a beautifull thing. I wish I had just some of yours. Love always.

Comment on Leading Worship by Gary

Gary — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 15:54:21 +0000

Great comments all,

There is so much going on during a worship service and preparation is huge. Once we've prepared then we can let it go and trust God to meet His people.

Aaron I agree. when there is a lack of understanding theologically and practically we can fall into manipulation really miss the point. As worship leaders we must meet the congregation where they are draw them in allow space for personal worship in the context of a corporate gathering. We also must have a lifestyle of personal worship, which is another post coming soon.

Is that what you meant Aaron?

Comment on Leading Worship by Aaron Atwood

Aaron Atwood — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 14:58:58 +0000

Gary I see your point. I also wonder though if we've "exalted" some worship leaders to the point that worship has become an entirely congregational event rather than a personal experience because of the "lights, camera, action" mentality of some modern churches. I think there must be a distinction between the Church worshipping together and a personal worshiop experience.
Aaron

Comment on Leading Worship by Jeff Harrison

Jeff Harrison — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 14:54:48 +0000

Gary, I am so glad you posted this. You mentioned that you had spoke about this on the retreat, and I was hoping that you would post about it. Just last week, my team and I had an awesome experience. We had an all congregation meeting in between services in the sanctuary, where we usually sound check and rehearse before the service. Time was really tight, and we had to go in, set up, sound check for about 5 minutes and be done so the meeting could start. It was very stressful. But really what was happening was we had to let go of the control and put it in God's hands. We couldn't do what we usually did, and we had to let God take care of the rest. The music and presence of God was so strong. I was so worried about it, I woke up at 4:30 am that morning and couldn't go back to sleep. I was running on fumes when the service started. But I could feel God working through me. I encouraged my team on Monday that I saw a lot of faith working in that service. We prepared our hands and our hearts before that service, but it was ultimately God who was doing the work in peoples hearts.

Comment on Leading Worship by chuck

chuck — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 14:04:02 +0000

excellent thoughts. worship leading has to be one of the most hardest and easiest things in the world. if you're connected and prepared and listening to God, it should be a no brainer to just move how the Spirit leads.

but there's the physical side of technical/sound issues, band, singers, everyone in the congregation is at different places and different expectations, remembering transitions, remembering lyrics and chords, worship, a bit of presentation/performance – but not too much… the list goes on and on.

worship leading, lead worshiping, lead following, follow leading…they all have some truth to them but create different pictures of what the "position" is. i still think worship leader is the best "term" – maybe worship captain or commander. you're the one God and senior leadership has chosen to hear the directives and take this group in that direction.

Comment on I love my life by Jordan Peacock

Jordan Peacock — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:00:59 +0000

Glad you had a rewarding time!

Comment on Leadership by Parker Crumbaker

Parker Crumbaker — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 23:13:26 +0000

Gary,
I think the disciples were ready for Jesus to lead with an iron fist and overthrow the Romans. Instead they got a leader who washed their feet and freely gave to all peoples. I like to say that Jesus lead with a towel instead of a sword. Just a thought.

Comment on New Song by wahoomom2

wahoomom2 — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 23:59:14 +0000

Awesome song Gary! Really like it!

Comment on Would You Have Said What He Said? by Tiffany Wismer

Tiffany Wismer — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 23:43:12 +0000

Thanks Gary. I just became a fan on ReverbNation. Enjoyed your song "With You". Very lovely. Cool that you are into cycling too. It's the best Colorado sport.

I really like this post. Stated so simply by someone who isn't even a believer. Makes you wonder what the nature of belief really is. I read a poll recently about Christian world view that you might find interesting. Here is the link: http://www.barna.org/barna-update/article/21-tran...