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Recent content by mirma

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    I just can't reach God's standards...

    You reminded me of who I was several years ago....I was struggling with what's right and what's wrong, I tried to do what His standard demanded me to do, and I ended up in exhaustion, tired and frustrated, because I saw all the "rules"as obligations. I did them not out of love and understanding...
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    How do you deal with this..?

    If God really calls you into a full-time ministry, then He will do it in His ways, and in His time. Sometimes we try to figure out what He's going to do with our own perspective. So my advice to you is simply do what is in front of you right now and be accountable with it. Then, in His time...
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    to worship or not to worship?

    Is this happening for many times? If yes, then he/she should talk to the lead singer about this issue. At least he/she can get clarity about his/her position in the ministry. If there is no clear responses, then he/she can discuss this with the worship pastor or the pastor.
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    I just can't reach God's standards...

    Everyone who are in Christ, faced (or will have to face) what you are going through right now (in different kinds of forms). It is called the desert. It seems God is so far away, you pray but He doesn't say any word, you ask for help but He doesn't seem to hear you, everything you do seems to go...
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    Vocal Issues

    Humility and teachable spirit are two important things if you want to serve God. So, I guess you can talk to her privately concerning this issue and let her know about her problem. Passion for God and for worship is good, but skill plays an important part also. You don't want the congregation...
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    What to do when...

    Hi, there! If you believe that God has called you into this worship ministry, then believe that He will equip you and help you to enhance your ability? How? In many ways. In my case, I used to have really good friends in our worship team who were so patient in teaching me music. Just to let you...
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    The row: "old vs new"

    Personally, I believe that God can use old hymns, as well as newer songs, to reveal and manifest His presence to the church. So, basically you can use both hymns and contemporary praise songs in your services. Remember, worship is not merely about the songs. It's about our heart. So, just be...
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    hello

    Hi, everyone! I'm Mirma, from Indonesia. It's really nice to be here. Hope to get involved very soon, and hope to get new friends here. Be blessed!