*Re-released: with new photo examples! This article features simple and practical guitar tech-tips: 9 easy steps for re-stringing your guitar.

(*Re-released with new graphic examples) We sing to the Lord a new song because of what He has done in all the earth, in all of creation and mostly because of all for who he is. From a singing standpoint, when we sing new songs and old songs, are we truly singing in the newness of freedom? Do we actually sing freely with no interference or barriers in the voice?

This is a term that can be applied generically to a style of leadership, but that also refers to a recognized, and useful, leadership model.  In simple terms, a situational leader is one who can adopt different leadership styles depending on the situation. In this article, discover your style of leadership that can effectively enhance the way you lead.

You may have already heard Kevin's songs featured right here on Song Quest: "One," "So In Love," and "Come and Dwell." Now listen to the heart of this songwriter/worship leader as he shares his life, worship and ministry in what it truly means to be a follower of God by the means of grace.

Dates: August 25-28, 2008
Location:  California Redwoods in the heart of the Santa Cruz.

If you are a songwriter you will not want to miss this invitation to experience fellowship, instruction, and times of deep refreshing worship with top artists and fellow songwriters.

In this fast-paced life, what is our significance that calls us to listen to the sacred rhythms of God? What Old Testament lessons can we draw upon that instill the simplicity of life in Christ in our current reality?

This week's highlight's: Jachin Mullen is one of our newest PraiseCharts artist and contributor for the Live site. He wrote his first major song called “I Stand in Awe” and later "Take This Life," both recorded by Maranatha! Music. Let's hear from Jachin about life, worship and ministry.

I'd like to lead you in a reading and prayer regardless of where you may be. We are only human to feel the effects of the world. Feelings of stress, anxiety and hurt are normal responses to unfavorable conditions. Our normal response as followers of Jesus is to seek, pray and receive the healing peace of God as we comfort others in need. We are to remind and encourage those in (and outside) the faith of God’s unfailing love and peace of Christ as the Day approaches (Heb. 10:23-24).

It's just plain crazy. Everywhere we look in the US we are saturated by today’s news of rising gas prices, food production concerns as well as the latest mud slinging contest among presidential candidates. True we are living in some critical times; but as we have the remaining resources, can we do more to help provide for others in the same way how God provides for us?

Here's Part II of Music Reading. Now we are putting flesh on the bone by learning rhythm notation. This study will increase your understanding of rhythms and beats within music reading. Have fun and enjoy with these easy to read charts!