Chapter 9 of Keys to Becoming an Effective Worship Leader

     In chapter 9 of Keys to being an Effective Worship Leader, Kraeuter tells us not to hold too tightly to our leadership positions. He explains that sometimes, God may have different plans for you and the church. You might be asked to step down from your position. Kraeuter warns us not to make our positions as worship leaders something we cannot live without. He concludes saying to hold the position loosely and make the Lord, himself your treasure.
     I think this is an important concept for worship leaders. It is easy to grow attached to something we love. I can honestly say that I am pretty attached to our school's worship team. But in a few months, all our seniors will leave, and next year, I will have to leave too. Although it is important for each of us to enjoy being on the team, we should also be ready to move on to what God has prepared for us after we graduate.

Chapter 8 of Keys to Becoming an Effective Worship Leader

    Chapter 8 of Keys to Becoming an Effective Worship Leader talks about the importance of being a mature worship leader. Kraeuter gives us a common situation seen in the church about how an immature Christian is given a leadership position in the church. He says this is not good because that leader will start having a negative influence on the church body. Kraeuter says that worship leaders should not just have musical talent, but also be spiritually mature. He says that it's important to study God's word and have people keep you accountable. 

    I really liked that Kraeuter emphasized reading the bible in order to be spiritually mature. I think that reading God's word is something that immature Christians easily neglect to do. But once you start making a habit of reading, you can see a significant difference in our relationship with God. It's also important to have other mature Christians keep us accountable. That way, they can make sure you are being consistent with your bible reading.