Ok so I’m still listening to Sting. He is singing a song. He keeps singing “there’s a hole in my life” to a Brazillian crowd. They know every word. He simply plucks his bass, moves back and forth a little and sings.
No fan fare.
Nothing flashy.
Nada.
Yet, he captivates thousands of people at a time.
I can’t help but wonder why? Better yet, how?
When I’m in front of a crowd of people singing, I struggle to get someone to give me eye contact or smile back at me. I often leave a stage feeling isolated and alone.
There is a magic to some peoples presence. They can transform thousands of people in a single song.
Why doesn’t this happen in a gathering of believers in Christ?
For me, Christ is the center of the music I do in ministry. I realize He is not as easily seen as Sting but He is far more inticing. What are we missing? Are we missing something?
I don’t know. I just know people don’t sing in unity and passion when I lead music like they did for Sting.
I never liked Sting, but I know what you’re saying. Why do you like his stories so much? Why are you drawn to them?
I think I like his stories because I’m intrigued that it captivates my husband so. I’m more curious as to how he draws people in.
Hey Randy, thanks for your insight. You are right people come into a “worship setting” with a completely different agenda than a concert and yes we do not ever know who or where “audience” is. You got to the heart of what I meant about being “real” in our art! That is what I long to see flourish in the vocal arts being used in everyday ministry here in my town. It takes vulnerability and honesty to be an honest vocalist. I think that is what compels me about “superstars!” Hope you are well!!! Peace