Kevin Pledger
During his career, Kevin has shared the stage and sung with the
likes of Anthony Evans, Guy Penrod (of the Gaither Vocal Band), Sue
Dodge, Lana Ranahan, John Starnes, Ivan Parker and more. In 2006, he
wrote "I Will Go," the theme song for the Southern Baptist Convention's
Cooperative Program (International Missions). The song was recorded by
INO recording artist, Anthony Evans. Now at
37, Kevin is the Worship Arts Leader at the thriving First Christian
Church in Decatur, IL. Part
of this includes leading a Songwriter's Workshop training other
songwriters in the church and creating a culture of creative worship.
Articles by this Author
Should the Rules Rule?
- By Kevin Pledger
- Published November 6, 2008
- Directing & Leading
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I've had many worship leaders ask me, "Should I make my worship team members be a part of the choir in order to be eligible for singing on the worship team?" The same type question could be asked about band members in the orchestra, etc., etc.Should I Let Them Go?
- By Kevin Pledger
- Published July 19, 2008
- Directing & Leading , Personal Development
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We all face it as leaders in churches. If you haven't, you will. A member of your worship team reveals a hidden side to their life. A side that involves a relationship outside of marriage, an unmerited living arrangement, or other unexpected life consequences. What do you do in these situations? How do you handle them when you feel unworthy every time you step onto the stage yourself? It's not easy. Ministry never is.Training Up Other Worship Leaders
- By Kevin Pledger
- Published June 21, 2008
- Directing & Leading
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Have you ever wanted to take a vacation and not worry about whether your ministry would fall apart before you got home? Having other capable leaders in place is the answer to having less stress, longevity in ministry, and leaving a legacy that honors your Heavenly Father. Here's how to train up such leaders.So In Love (Kevin Pledger)
- By Kevin Pledger
- Published June 21, 2008
- Song Quest
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Here is a new song worth listening to that Kevin Pledger sent in for Song Quest. Kevin says this song has been a favorite at his church. Listen to the full audio demo and let us know what you think.
How Do You Live A “Lifestyle” of Worship?
- By Kevin Pledger
- Published June 5, 2008
- Spiritual Formation
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I’ve heard several worship leaders and authors use the phrase, “Worship
is a lifestyle, not an event.” The first time I read that, I thought,
“Yeah! Right on! I agree with that one!” But the more I got to
thinking about it, the more I wondered how I could apply that to me.
What is a “lifestyle” of worship?
One (Kevin Pledger)
- By Kevin Pledger
- Published May 30, 2008
- Song Quest
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Listen to the full audio and let us know what you think of this song from Kevin Pledger. Here is the background to the song, as written by Kevin: My Pastor was going to be giving a message on Ephesians 4. While
reading the passage, there were just so many times that God was calling
His church to unity using the word "one." I began humming what would
later be the Bridge/Ending to the song thinking that it would be the
chorus. I wanted to use as many of the mentionings of the word "one"
as I could from this passage. Come And Dwell (Kevin Pledger)
- By Kevin Pledger
- Published May 30, 2008
- Song Quest
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Here is a new song worth listening that Kevin Pledger sent in for Song Quest. Listen to the full audio demo and let us know what you think. Here is the background as written by Kevin: I wrote this song in 2006 as I was about to go to the Integrity Worship
Songwriters Retreat. It was my submission that year. This song
literally comes from my prayer to my Heavenly Father. I love picturing
Him as a Dad. Anyone can biologically be a father, but it takes a
special man to be a Dad. That's who God is to me.