Last night was my class in Santiago. We met in the open air area of dorm so we held the class accompanied by the sound of loud music, cars driving by, and people calling out to one another. I was worried that this would make it difficult to teach, especially using a translator.
But God works all for good, and it was a wondeful class. It was smaller than the othe days, and mainly filled with younger people who are musicians and worship leaders. This was a God thing as this was the class where we discussed how to conduct rehearsals, how to choose songs, how to develop a worship set and even a worship team.
These young leaders and pastors were so hungry to learn, so glad to be able to ask questions, and so passionate about the importance of worship. It was humbling to sit across the table and answer their questions, to hear their concerns, and to listen to their dreams.
As I sat there God reaffirmed to me once again that this is what He has called me to do - to "teach the nations" about worship, to encourage those local leaders as they lead their own congregations, to invest my life in other worship leaders. I once again felt the sweet peace of God flood over me as we talked together.
Please pray for these leaders - that their passion will remain white-hot, that they will continue to grow and that they will honor God with the totality of their lives.
Here's a photo of our group from last night:
This just gives me chills! I know you are just "bathing" in the Spirit of God as you follow Him in this endeavor. Let me know if you have any SPECIFIC prayer needs. I would be honored to lift them up for you!!! I love you!
Posted by: Linda Jones | October 31, 2009 at 09:14 AM
That is so awesome to hear and to see! I'm excited for you, and for what God is doing and going to do through you. Love you!
Posted by: Bill Rainey | October 31, 2009 at 09:15 AM