There are many skills that a strong worship leader should possess in order to lead their congregation:
Act With Maturity
A worship leader must be able to shepherd their congregation. They lead and live by example. Maturity and a vibrant relationship with the Lord is paramount when becoming a worship leader, so that you can lead with a grace that strengthens and encourages the people in your congregation.
Be Privately Devoted
An effective worship leader has a deep private practice of worship. They are able to lead a congregation in worship because it is something they do for themselves. You should develop personal worship habits and practices so that you may guide others in developing their own.
Possess Humility
Church leaders in worship may receive a lot of attention because of the engagement and devotion they bring to church services and their congregation through music. However, they do not feel the need to be the center of attention. Instead, a strong worship leader celebrates all of the members of the worship team and seeks to exalt God above all else.
Lead People Through Scripture
Subjective experience is not enough to make you a strong worship leader. Your congregation needs to be led to God in spirit and in truth. Integrating Psalms and hymns into worship services ensures that a worship leader feeds the spirit of others. By using Jesus’ words and the teachings of his prophets and apostles, a worship leader moves their teaching beyond their own subjective experience and into the realm of truth.
Demonstrate Strong Character
A worship leader has incredible talent. They sing and play instruments, as well as plan, produce and lead. A strong leader does not build their life around just their talents. Instead, they develop others by building character that reflects the heart of God.
Aim To Serve God With all Deeds
Church leaders in worship and production are often paid for their services to the church so that they are able to devote time and energy to ministry. However, they are not driven by the salary that they make. Instead, a godly worship leader will be motivated to serve primarily because of their love for God and others, using their God-given talents they have been anointed with. Monetary compensation should not the focus of their work. They do their work in service of God.
Recognize the Presence of the Holy Spirit
Worship leaders spend a lot of time preparing for worship services. A great worship leader understands that the Spirit of God may move people during the service. They are flexible with how they proceed with programming as they are led by the Holy Spirit and leave space for God to speak.
Spend Time to Build Relationships
As an important leader in the church, it is crucial for worship leaders to know how to build and foster relationships. Whether it is with other members on the worship team or people in the congregation, the ability to form these connections can benefit those in the church.
