A few years ago I went through a challenging time spiritually. I heard people talking as if they knew God so well that they had Him all figured out. It was as if they could read his mind and know what He would say for any situation. They had, effectively and in my opinion, packaged God into a convenient travel-size package like a genie in a bottle – ready to do whatever they asked Him to. I was challenged by this approach because I did not agree with it. Had I missed something somehow? I thought, surely God’s thoughts are higher than mine, His ways are not ours… Continue reading »

The cymbal. Something I never gave much thought till I had to decide on which one to buy! I suddenly realised that intricate complexities, the subtle nuances and incredible soundscapes that these bronzed alloy compositions held within themselves. This disc-like object shimmered to life at the hint of a touch to its brazen armour. And then, after producing millions of sound waves, it gently and softly continues to sing a song of endless tones in a distinct voice unique to its make-up. Wow! What an instrument! Continue reading »

Being in worship team is more than just keeping the beat. In fact, I started this web site because that was my conviction : there is more to being a drummer in a worship team than just keeping the beat! A proficient worship leader would expect those basic qualities in a drummer as a given. But I would think that the worship leader would expect more, and moreso in the area of sensitivity. Sensitivity in one’s playing and also spiritually. I believe they’re intricately related in the playing of a Christian drummer. Continue reading »

Has it ever happened that your worship leader has introduced a new song at your practice session (which I hope your team has!) and then expected you to play it that very next Sunday? As eager and zealous as your worship leader may be to run in the “bleeding edge” of worship, he/she may be doing more harm than good to the song and perhaps, even, the worship. Continue reading »

If there is anything that can kill the anointing, that can grieve the Holy Spirit, it’s pride. Yep, it’s the one thing that takes God and puts Him in the back, and you in the front! It makes your head so big you gotta walk through doors sideways and you stay away from people with sharp nails in case they burst your bubble. Continue reading »