From Behind the Microphone (Book)

Pre-order. Book will be available in October 2026. -What is it like to be the band leader who breaks a guitar string in the middle of a sensitive ‘Come, Holy Spirit’ moment? -How does it feel to lead worship at a new church for the first time and accidentally begin by singing a completely different verse to everybody else? -How can a singer confidently lead a song when their own child is standing on the front row of chairs with their fingers in their ears? Welcome to my world! My name is Andrew and in 1986 at the age of eighteen, I became a Christian and a busy church musician who quickly started learning guitar and then began leading praise and worship. That was forty years ago and culminates here. This book represents four decades of my life witnessing the good, the bad and the ugly of it all. As a busy guitarist and singer, I have prayed, screamed, cried, rejoiced and laughed my way through many victories, tragedies and ‘oh-my-gosh’ moments. With many testimonies and heart-wrenching true stories, this book will speak to anyone with a heart for worship. About the author: Andrew Gonoude is a singer, song writer and worship leader from West Sussex, UK who is celebrating forty years' service as a Christian musician. This fascinating and deeply moving book describes that journey, how he witnessed the good, the bad and the ugly of it all. With tragedies, victories, raw honesty and heart-wrenching true stories, it will speak to anyone with a heart for worship. What others say about the book: Andrew speaks plainly and very candidly about the joyful times when God has really broken out during praise and worship. This book will speak to many groups of people, church leaders, musicians, singers and congregational members. Ashley Martin, from the foreword. Andrew's servant heart and his desire to empower others with the gift of leading worship can be seen in the pages of this book. The experiences he shares have taught him about himself and others. His wisdom in dealing with situations and people is hallmarked with God’s wisdom and his Word. Whether a church leader like myself or someone with a heart for worship, we can all learn from Andrew’s experiences. I have no hesitation in commending this book to you all. Graham Timson, Former Baptist Pastor at Harris Street, Peterborough, Thrapston, Northamptonshire and Open Doors, Lincolnshire Andrew was always a delight when he led worship. It was God-glorifying, Christ-centred and Spirit-led. While performing other duties at our church, he also demonstrated that he was a man of discernment, wisdom and sensitivity. I pray that this book and all that Andrew does will be a success. Michael Kailus, Head of Biblical Studies, Grace Training Center, Metro Vineyard Fellowship, Kansas City

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