Worship Leadership Anatomy

In my Worship Leadership class, we are going through the anatomy of a worship leader. Last week, we went through seven basic parts.

1. Must be called

2. Must be a worshipper

3. Should have some musical knowledge

4. Proven Character & consistent walk with God

5. Have a shepards heart

6. Be Committed!

7. Have a good attitude.

We had an assignment to write about a worship leader who we felt embodied these characteristics. I selected Kristian Stanfill. It was tough, but I felt that I had a glimpse intohis life from his blog. He shares some awesome powerful words on there. As well as some cool band stuff and not to forget the band suggestions! Anyway, after worshipping with him leading and seeing his anointing and excitement from God. I felt I could accurately write about him. So, below is the 250 words ‘paper’ I wrote:

Caleb Drawdy
Mary Vorrath
2 October 2008
Worship Leadership

I selected Kristian Stanfill as the worship leader I would analyze for our worship leadership assignment. Stanfill is from a nearby church back home. He stated on his website that he discovered his calling for worship leadership at a youth conference at the age of 12. He didn’t even know how to play a guitar. At that moment, he began to develop into the worship leader he is today.
Stanfill often talks on his blog about the latest thing God has revealed to him though his quiet times. This tells me he is seeking the Lord on his own in the secret place. This also allows there to be an overflowing into his ministry from what happens in those moments alone with God.
Kristian also speaks regularly on his website about his latest new song idea or the latest hook he and the band have been tinkering with. They are currently preparing tediously to go into the studio in November to release their first complete album as a band.
The man obviously has the heart needed to lead a congregation as he is in my opinion one of the most anointed worship leaders in this church group. He is also clearly committed as he practically leads every Sunday as well as other weekdays. He is also touring with the Passion World Tour around the world.
Stanfill clearly has a good attitude as he seems to always be of good cheer while leading. It seems as if he is about to ‘jump out of his skin’ while leading; he is truely excited for God. His joy even comes through on his blog writing.

So there ya have it!

Who is a worship leader you think embodies the characteristics at the top?

~ by cdrawdy on October 2, 2008.