Sunday Setlist… July 18, 2010
It was good to be playing in church again this morning! It’s been 4 or 5 weeks due to travel, a sick kid, and a planned (but not taken…) vacation.
We mixed things up a bit at GracePoint this morning. Bryson spoke about worship, and we alternated back and forth all morning between music and his message. I think it was pretty effective, although I wouldn’t want to do it every week since the band stayed onstage for the whole service… It’s hard to be still and not be distracting…
This week was also notable because it was the first time that I’ve ever been the only guitarist. Usually, I’m playing rhythm with someone else playing lead. I thought it went pretty well overall. It helps to play musicians that are so incredibly talented.
The Setlist:
I Run to You by Lady Antebellum. We first used this song during the country series earlier this year. It’s a fun little tune, even if it is a country song… Thomas and Christina did a great job on the vocals!
Bryson spoke for about 10 minutes about why we use secular songs, the importance of worship in our lives, and about “horizontal worship”.
Let God Arise by Chris Tomlin. One of my favorite Tomlin songs!
Breath by Jeremy Camp. One of my favorite Camp songs! Had a little glitch with my effects pedals in the 1st service, and completely blanked out on the outro in the 2nd service… It’s always frustrating when you just suddenly forget part of a song. Especially when it’s one you’ve played a lot.
Bryson now spoke on the subject of “vertical worship” and improving our relationship with God through worship. He made a really good point that we need to make time to just ”be still” and connect with Him.
Hosanna by Hillsong United. This song has such powerful lyrics. I love the bridge: “break my heart for what breaks Yours.” Rod played a tasty little keys solo in the middle.
Finally I Surrender by Misty Edwards. It’s a very simple song, but it’s an awesome one. It was amazing to see people on their knees crying out to God as we played and sang this one. If you’ve never heard it, I suggest you check it out.
Bryson wrapped up by teaching about offering as worship.
Set Me Free by Casting Crowns (offering). We’ve been playing this one for years. Great song!
The band: Christina - vocals, Thomas - vocals, Deric - drums, Gil - bass, Rod - keys, Ronnie (me) - electric guitar.
Be sure to check out more Sunday Setlists over at TheWorshipCommunity.com.
[Edit: I should probably point out that Ed has started loading the worship podcasts onto itunes again. The technical glitches with the recording equipment have apparently been solved... You can find the last 3 weeks on there now.]
Sounds like an interesting flow to the service.