Introduction1
Chapter 1The Value of a Worship Shepherd5
Chapter 2Man Was Created to Worship19
Chapter 3The Vision, Mission, and Values of a Healthy Worship Ministry27
Chapter 4The Ideal Structure for Worship Ministry39
Chapter 5A Good Worship Leader Is a Shepherd First49
Chapter 6The Matter of Worship and Performance61
Chapter 7The Value of Singing the Gospel69
Chapter 8Elements of a Gospel-Centered Worship Service79
Chapter 9Evaluating Songs for Worship91
Chapter 10Writing Songs for Worship99
Chapter 11Evaluating Team, Auditions, and On-Ramps107
Chapter 12The Changing Face of Tech in Church Culture125
Chapter 13From the Heart of a Worship Shepherd133
Let's Worship Together141
Acknowledgments143
About the Author145