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[nathaniel556]

Im called to worship But my voice isnt so good but i love worship but its imbaressing i can here someone give me a compliment on singing on day the next ppl say i suck Does anyone have this prooblme. Also I need some pray for getting a grewater fire inside me for worship Thannxxx if u have any questions write

 

[nathaniel556]

I hope i dont sound winey

 

[elainelynn]

It's tough when you get conflicting feedback like that. You need to consider the source. Maybe people tell you that your voice is good because they don't want to hurt your feelings, or maybe it's because they see the sincerity and joy behind the actual sound. Or maybe you really ARE good.

Maybe the ones who say your voice is bad do so because they are your buddies and it wouldn't be "cool" to compliment you. Or maybe they are jealous and want to tear you down. Or maybe you really are bad and they are being honest with you in the spirit of love, because they would rather you hear the truth from friends early on, than from strangers when it's too late.

Bottom line is, only you know your situation and only you know who you can trust to be honest. If you want to sing but have doubts about your ability, get an objective voice teacher or coach, and let them know up front what your goals are. But "called to worship" can mean many things and doesn't have to be singing. By brother-in-law can't carry a tune in a bucket (and knows it) but he runs sound and plays bass for the worship team at his church.

Good luck with everything

Elaine

 

[LeadWorship]

I was 17 when I knew I was called to worship. It wasn't through a prophet or another person, but God simply told me. I ran from it. I have sang and worshipped on teams since I was 15, and I could sing good, and I wanted everyone to know it. My talent was there, but it was mine - and I wasn't giving it to God. 10 years later I got tired of running and told God I was His, once and for all. Now, here I am - not filling in for the worship leader, or filling in guitar - I am the Worship Leader. I'm not schooled in it. I'm not schooled in guitar. I'm not schooled in vocals. I have read and studied and learned everything I can outside of schools because we are to be trained and skilled. The Bible says so.

Nathan, glad to see you over here (and the Spirit Filled section). Hang out a while - read up on worship leading. Read books by Matt Redman and other worship leaders that you know. Worship Music is a great passion in my life. I listen to nothing else, not because I can't, but because nothing fills my Spirit like it. Plan for schooling in that ministry if you are sure that's where God wants you. Just because a Prophet spoke something over you, doesn't mean you are to run with it. The Bible says to test the spirits. Pray about that word and if God infact confirms it, then work to being a skilled Worship Leader. Many colleges are now offering curriculum in that area.

Have fun, hang out and God bless. Let Him lead you, so that you can lead His people. Don't be the "worship leader", but be the "Lead Worshipper" - that example of pure day to day worship.

 

[Altoman188]

I would also reccomend Unceasing Worship to you, by Harold Best. Its a bit wordy, but an outstanding read even so.

 

[nathaniel556]

Thanxxx guys srry it took me so log to reply it really helps i Feel lifted not in pride but in spirit thanxx

 

[heron]

Also I need some pray for getting a grewater fire inside me for worship

I haven't heard that term, but I think I know what you're saying. Worship starts with gratefulness. Thanking Him for little things. Ideally it is seeing Him for who He is, and loving that -- but it's pleasant to just start with "Hey, thanks... I really like how sensibly you did that." It doesn't have to be passionate or loud. It will be you, and your character will come out in nice ways.

Every worship team member is different, and the congregation will appreciate each personality up there, as long as you are genuine and not just try to follow the formula for what a worshipper does. (You're talking about music, right? I just assumed.) Some are quiet and folksy, some are bouncy, some are passionate, some are deep and thoughtful -- but you need to be you, and let your thoughts toward God be real. Even if they don't look like you think they should.

It's not smart to be great at leading people on, only to find out later that you didn't agree with what was going on. People will sense your feeling torn, and then will later feel disillusioned if they find out you were a different person than they thought. (Fired up -- make sure you know what you're fired up for.)

But I would say the biggest hurdle is moving and asserting yourself in front of a bunch of people who know you -- no matter whether it's worship or anything else, it's hard to be the focus of observation. You know how critical people are. Many of our decisions in normal life are based on whether we'd be criticized for doing things -- and then suddenly you are in a position where people could make comments about how you move, what you're wearing (sorry to frighten you) and how you sound, all at once.

Getting past this frightful advice ... if you are able to conquer fears and become assertive, become a fearless worshipper, then it will make many more things in life easier, like jobs and public speaking classes and dealing with people in general. It is great training, to stretch yourself when you have the opportunity.

I hope it goes well for you!

 

[nathaniel556]

well i was the main character in my schools so i no what u mean thanxxx I meant to say greater srry

 

[nathaniel556]

well i was the main character in my schools so i no what u mean thanxxx I meant to say greater srry

 

[JoeyWhiteshoes]

Singing is just a small part of worshiping. It's good to know your limitations although vocal lessons will probably be of a help. In the meantime, focus on what you are good at or where the need is. It could be ringing the triangle in one song or even working the soundboard or lighting or something.

As far as singing and leading out....get a couple of people who are great singers and have them turn you down in the mix and turn them up. My voice used to be so bad that I would lead with my mic turned off in the house and let the rest of the singers be heard. I left my vocals on for the stage monitors. It worked pretty good.

Also start out by leading out for smaller groups like the youth or the weekly Bible study or prayer meeting. Voices need to be used and trained for most people so use it and train it.

Put in some effort. Put in some time. It will happen when it happens.

Blessings,

Joey

 

[nathaniel556]

Thanxxxs alot

 

[ephesus32]

also... u might have a huge heart for worship and if u have a decent voice... try to lead worship... but theres also other ways to worship especially through instruments and others

 

[ephesus32]

i have a decent voice....but opt to play guitar and other instruments in my church because my contribution there would be better.... but if you get an oppurtunity to lead and others are blessed by it...go for it. theres always going to be some people that like and others that dont

 

[nathaniel556]

thanxhttp://maheshchavda.com/webcasts.asp