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Reading through my google reader I found this gem from the worship blog, originally from Tim Hughes’ blog:

Tim Hughes offers commentary on leading worship, discussing the following points:

1. We need to have times of high praise in our worship.
2. We need to embrace musical dynamics
3. Don’t force things when leading worshiprong – and that’s fine; we’re all learning.
4. Keep asking questions when you lead
5. Lead by example
6. When leading on just a guitar:

• Make sure your guitar is in tune
• Be really watchful that songs don’t drag – this can really kill a time of worship
• Check that songs aren’t too high – maybe take them down a key (e.g. Blessed be Your name – B to A, Consuming Fire – G to E)
• Make sure you’ve had time to soundcheck your guitar and voice properly

7. Keep pushing yourself musically

Make sure you read the entire article if this interests you.