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About me: Fred McKinnon, Worship Artist, Pianist, Producer. Husband to Joy, Father of Jon Michael, Will, Rebekah, and Andrew. Lives on St. Simons Island, GA.
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What Regimen Training Taught Me as a Worship Leader, Pt. 1
September 6th, 2010 at 10:10 AMTesting the updated Facebook login for comments – if you’re a Facebook User, feel free to comment this way!
Lyric Week Finale - Your Favorite Lyrics
September 3rd, 2010 at 10:45 AMMelanie,
Yes – indeed, that’s one incredible line, especially when you understand the context and story in which that song was written!
What Worship Song Lyrics Really Bother You?
September 3rd, 2010 at 10:45 AMCT -
Interesting …
There’s very little (IMHO) that we can sing to God that, as long as we are “who we are”, will be completely true … unless we modify everything to say “try, want, etc” … at what point do we sing or proclaim in faith … just wondering.
As for the blessings and desire for God? I don’t think it’s selfish at all … so many of these questions I have to approach as a Father … and not only do I love blessing my kids, I’d be somewhat disappointed if they didn’t WANT my blessings .. and as far as desiring … “my soul thirsts …”
What Worship Song Lyrics Really Bother You?
September 2nd, 2010 at 5:17 PMDavid,
Great perspective – I tend to agree … just because a song doesn’t mention Jesus or God “by Name” … if the inferred reference is to Him … I think a song can still be powerful.
What Worship Song Lyrics Really Bother You?
September 2nd, 2010 at 1:56 PMSteve,
HAHAHAH – you are TOTALLY right, yet I have to confess, it’s one of my all-time favorite songs, too. I think of singing it to a loving Father … when I think of it as Father-Son … it makes sense to me.
That song was most likely a personal heart cry (actually, from hearing Kelly’s story, I know it was his heartcry!) … and it became a worldwide prayer.
Why I Changed the Lyrics to Deluge's "Open Up the Sky"
September 2nd, 2010 at 1:54 PMHarold,
Come to think of it … I haven’t sung that one … ever!?
Why I Changed the Lyrics to Deluge's "Open Up the Sky"
September 2nd, 2010 at 1:53 PMoh man, the lightning bolts … that’s a long conversation there, ain’t it!
What Worship Song Lyrics Really Bother You?
September 2nd, 2010 at 1:52 PMJamie,
That makes complete sense – I often struggle with that exact thing … but sometimes like to think of God’s indwelling Presence and think separately of His Omnipresence, and then separately of his “manifest presence”. I tend to think that sometimes, when we sing “come down”, we’re saying “reveal yourself” … but we don’t really teach about that usually – we’re just singing it.
What Worship Song Lyrics Really Bother You?
September 2nd, 2010 at 1:50 PMBrad,
Interesting point … I have to confess, I’m not schooled in the whole “calvinist” versus “—-” veins … and the various doctrinal differences between the camps. I suppose if we think that Jesus was fully man, yet fully God … it’s entirely possible that He could have been thinking of all mankind … and me, directly, at the same time … I dunno. I suppose there is a silly part of me, deep down, that hopes so!
What Worship Song Lyrics Really Bother You?
September 2nd, 2010 at 10:12 AMJim,
I hear ya … though I’ve always loved that song …. c’mon, man .. “spread wide” haha!
Why I Changed the Lyrics to Deluge's "Open Up the Sky"
September 2nd, 2010 at 8:10 AMShawn,
Man, reading your post just makes me all the more glad I took the time to write it … it’s an awesome song, and with that little tweak, it works for you guys now, which is awesome
Why I Changed the Lyrics to Deluge's "Open Up the Sky"
September 1st, 2010 at 3:54 PMK,
Exactly … how many times to we lead something corporately that we can’t really confess.
It’s still a great song, and I could even bring myself to sing the lyric “as is” within the context of Jonathan’s story … but overall, it’s a case where a personal plea all of a sudden becomes an international song … and it may not make sense for corporate worship.
I’m just glad Jonathan was so cool and gracious about changing the lyric.
Why I Changed the Lyrics to Deluge's "Open Up the Sky"
September 1st, 2010 at 3:52 PMMike,
Ox and Ass – that’s stinking hilarious!
Praise Him In The Dance
September 1st, 2010 at 8:32 AMNow you’re talkin’!
Praise Him In The Dance
August 31st, 2010 at 6:22 PMSSCC – 2011 .. let’s do it.
Two New Websites You Should Know About
August 20th, 2010 at 6:22 PMwhat’s the “TED” site?
Why You Need a Worship/Creative/Planning Team
August 20th, 2010 at 2:16 PMBarry,
Sounds like a great book – I’ll have to add that to my stack of books that I am supposed to read, but sit in my bag, collecting dust.
WE actually discussed integration of more “arts” (than just music & singing) in our meeting on Thursday briefly!
Why You Need a Worship/Creative/Planning Team
August 19th, 2010 at 5:22 PMWilliam
excellent insights, yes! Thanks for the comment.
Why You Need a Worship/Creative/Planning Team
August 19th, 2010 at 5:21 PMJason,
Great to know you guys are doing it, too … comment back and give us an idea of what your gathering “looks” like – how often do you meet, what do you discuss, etc?
Sunday Setlists - Worship Recap from SSCC
August 16th, 2010 at 10:07 PMKevin,
Yep, that’s the one!
And They Were Baptized ... #sundaysetlists
August 16th, 2010 at 3:22 PMShannon,
we missed ya – tell me more, where did you go in N’Ville? How was the wedding?
Where Friendship, Ministry, and Business Merge
August 10th, 2010 at 1:35 PMBill,
Thanks a ton – and NOW YOU KNOW!
How This Apple Addict Fell In Love with the DroidX (Pt 1)
August 4th, 2010 at 3:36 PMPart 2 coming … had hoped to post it the next day .. oh, my blogging consistency is horrific these days.
How This Apple Addict Fell In Love with the DroidX (Pt 1)
July 30th, 2010 at 12:44 PMBarry,
3 cheers from an x-Palm user myself. I retired my Palm Treo 755 for the DroidX.
Inception - My Questions, Your Thoughts?
July 29th, 2010 at 12:20 PMHey,
Like I said to Russ … if ya’ll wanna go hit it for the 2nd time .. .let me know, I’ll join you.