Meet Dave!

I’ve written about Dave Sims quite a few times over the past 9 months. Dave came to Nashville from Michigan, by way of Florida. Like most, he moved here for the music. This guy knows music. I think he’s got a degree in music performance and another one in audio engineering or recording or something like that. He’s an amazingly talented musician.

Any given weekend you may see him in a few different roles at UC: filling in for Zach on the sound board, setting up, tearing down, singing BGV, playing bass, or playing keys. I’m all about seeing people promoted into leadership roles because of their heart and leadership abilities, not because of politics – this guy is a premium example.

This guy will outserve you in a heartbeat, and he’s okay with not getting any glory for the sacrifice – which is why I’m so excited to introduce you all to him one more time as the new worship pastor for UpRising Church. He and Bekah are good folks who love the Lord, and want others to come into a relationship with him. We’re also honored to call these two some of our closest friends in Nashville. Dave didn’t walk in the door of UC with intentions of doing anything but serving – and he’s done that.

Over the next few months, Dave will be taking worship at UC to the next level. He’ll screw up – just like we all do on a regular basis. He’ll make mistakes – like we all do…and this guy will fall forward. He doesn’t just want to be a lead singer, he wants to bring people into relationship with Christ, and pastor them once they’re in the door. I believe you’re going to see this guy bring a new dynamic of Spirit-led creativity to the platform at UC each weekend with new arrangements, new songs, and a new heart.

In this day and age of web 2.0, I want to extend what I did to him on Sunday night and lay my hands on this guy to bless him – Moses did it for Joshua, and Paul for Timothy. This guy will be blessed by the people of UC as they follow his leadership into the throne room of the King each weekend.

Thanks, Dave for serving with me over the past 9 months…I can’t wait to see where God takes you in this ministry at UC…

mjd