Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Dealing with Undisciplined music ministers


“Brethren if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself lest thou also be tempted” Gal 6:1
 Issues involving church music ministers would always arise. This is because people face battles and they are humans just like everyone: but knowing how to go about the issues, usually gives victory both to the individual concerned and the church or music ministry.

What not to do.
Openly disgrace or confront- Making individuals feel worthless about themselves in front of a congregation or fellow music ministers does not build the individual’s spirit and confidence. #Condemnation.
Ignore the individual’s sin- Issues of sin must be treated as sin, in accordance to God’s word and most importantly in Love.
Showing preferential treatment- Some music ministers should not be treated in preference to others. It creates insincerity and lack of trust in the judgment of the leadership of the team or church.

What would be helpful.
Draw them closer- keeping away from a broken or wounded heart often brings the feeling of being neglected.
Message of Hope- In times of despair messages of hope, repentance and forgiveness would heal and restore faster than judgment and condemnation.
Point out warning signs- It’s so easy to be caught up in the glamour and glory of the music ministry and forget there is an enemy out there. Music ministers need to be reminded of the vulnerability of their calling through effective bible studies and prayer meetings.
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3 comments:

  1. What did this have to do with music ministers specifically?

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  2. Is there a specific issue being dealt with here? This doesn't have any context so it leaves me wondering if someone has had a problem with an individual, not a general issue with music directors. And even though I've been a choir director for 25 years, I must have missed the glamour and glory so I don't know where that came from.

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    1. Ok I now understand what you are asking. The glamour and glory part refers to the excitement that comes with music: all of the playing, singing and having the congregation give an applause. I know many young people are attracted to the music first before they are taught that it is suppose to be a spiritual act.

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