One of the things I've learned over the years is that there is a soul-deep joy that comes from doing what God created you to do.

As your Worship Minister, I get to glorify God through music every week, and I genuinely love it. It is a humbling and beautiful thing to help lead people into God's presence. And when I'm doing that, it feels like I'm doing exactly what God made me to do.

That may sound really spiritual, but honestly it’s pretty simple: God gives each of us gifts, and those gifts are meant to be used to glorify Him.

And really, all of that flows from something even simpler; being with Him. Knowing Him. Staying close to Him. What we do for God is always meant to come out of that relationship with Him.

There’s a deep joy in that, when we’re abiding with Him, finding true life in Him, and then offering that life back to Him in service.

Maybe you've felt a nudge to get involved, but you've talked yourself out of it because someone else is already doing it. I've heard that a lot over the years. “They already have singers.” “They already have guitar players.” “They already have enough people serving.”

But I don’t think that’s how serving works.

Just because someone is already playing the keyboard doesn't mean God isn't calling you to play too. Just because we already have singers on stage doesn't mean there isn't a place for your voice. And maybe your calling isn't worship ministry at all. Maybe it's kids ministry. Maybe it's greeting guests or serving in the cafe. Maybe it's leading a small group or mentoring students. Whatever it is, don't assume your gift isn't needed simply because someone else is already using theirs.

God gave those gifts to you for a reason.

If you've ever felt that nudge, let's talk. Catch me on a Sunday, send me an email, or give me a call. You can also let me know here if you think you might want to get involved in worship ministry. It would be my joy to help you find a place to serve! And even if worship ministry isn't your thing, I'd still love to help connect you with a ministry that fits how God has gifted you.

One more thing: Tonight is our Night of Prayer from 6:00-7:00 p.m. This is something we do on the last Thursday of every month. It is one of my favorite rhythms in our church life, where we slow down, seek God’s presence, and worship Him through prayer. Worship is more than Sundays for us, and this is one way that we live that out together. I hope you will join us!

With joy and gratitude,

Mary Morgan, Worship Minister

mmorgan@crosspoint.church, (850) 678-4411, ext. 219