Pastor Clay taught 2 classes last month at the National Worship Leader’s Conference in Kansas City, Missouri. He wanted to provide these notes as a resource to all worship leaders, even those who weren’t able to attend.
Clay’s Corner
Pastor Clay’s Teaching Notes for Worship Leaders
August 17th, 2011 | Posted in Clay's Corner, Worship Tips
Gratitude
August 11th, 2011 | Posted in Articles, Clay's Corner, Devotionals
I had the opportunity and privilege to teach several classes at the National Worship Leaders Conference in Kansas in July, and other than the 102 degree heat, it was a great time.
Unselfish Friendship
May 6th, 2011 | Posted in Articles, Clay's Corner, Devotionals
Proverbs 18:1 An unfriendly man pursues selfish ends: he defies all sound judgment. As I read this I was reminded of several times in my life where I felt the need and personally challenged myself to be more “friendly”. Then I wondered, is it being more friendly that makes me less selfish, or is it [...]
What Stirs You?
April 4th, 2011 | Posted in Clay's Corner, Devotionals
They all asked, “Are you then the Son of God?” He replied, “You are right in saying I am.” Luke 22:70 (NIV) When Jesus was asked about His relationship with God, He replied that He was indeed the Son of God. This seemingly simple answer sent the crowd into a frenzy and eventually created a [...]
The Test
January 3rd, 2011 | Posted in Clay's Corner, Devotionals
“But stretch out your hand and strike everything he has, and he will surely curse you to your face.” Job 1:11 (NIV) I realize that this is an interesting scripture to start out a devotion on worship! But here’s the context: Satan challenges God that Job would no longer worship Him if he didn’t have [...]
The Prize
December 27th, 2010 | Posted in Clay's Corner, Devotionals
Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. Colossians 3:2 (NIV) The property tax bill just came. So did the homeowner’s insurance renewal—fifty percent higher than last year. Both cars need an oil change—and possibly new brakes. I’d also like to get a big screen TV for watching ministry DVDs (okay, football) and [...]
Everything
November 15th, 2010 | Posted in Clay's Corner, Devotionals
Be sure to set aside a tenth of all that your fields produce each year. Deuteronomy 14:22 (NIV) What does our practical giving have to do with worship? Everything. Imagine singing “Trust In You,” or “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” with all your heart, and then opening your giving statement from your church to find out [...]
Something to Shout About
November 1st, 2010 | Posted in Clay's Corner, Devotionals
Shout for joy. Psalm 33:3 (NIV) I’m a huge fan of football. Living in Ft. Lauderdale, I’m only thirty minutes from the Miami Dolphins stadium. I’ve gone to many games over the years, and every time I go there’s countless fans dressed up and painted up in the team colors, shouting at the top of [...]
Skill Set!
October 18th, 2010 | Posted in Clay's Corner, Devotionals
Play skillfully… Psalm 33:3 (NIV) I was seven years old when I started piano lessons. I practiced faithfully every day—my mom made sure of that. But by the time Junior High arrived, baseball was my future, and piano lessons had to go. My parents cleverly coerced me into continuing lessons for “just a little longer,” [...]
Do Something New!
October 1st, 2010 | Posted in Clay's Corner, Devotionals
Sing to Him a new song, play skillfully, and shout for joy. Psalm 33:3 (NIV) Singing a new song is difficult for a lot of people. It’s new, it’s different, and it takes some effort and investment to learn it. “Why can’t we just sing the ones we already know?” I even heard a guest [...]