Sunday Morning ZZZZZzzzzz’s

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Sunday Morning ZZZZZzzzzz’s

Posted on 28. Sep, 2008 by loswhit in Worship Leading

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So it is Sunday morning here at Buckhead Church.
I got here at 6:30 am. 30 minutes later than if I was producing.
But alas today I’m a guitar player.
And after 2 rehearsals and an entire service…
I CAN’T WAKE UP!!!

I’ve tried every legal substance in this building to wake up.

What is your secret to getting past the early morning drag?
Los

5919CommentsSunday+Morning+ZZZZZzzzzz%27s2008-09-28+14%3A27%3A40loswhit to “Sunday Morning ZZZZZzzzzz’s”

Toby

28. Sep, 2008

Two things: One, you’ll need Heather for…and that’s all I’m gonna say about that one :-). Sorry, that’s a Sunday mornin staple in this house!!
Two…About a pot of coffee and 100 jumping jacks. There ya have it!
worshipcity

28. Sep, 2008

For starters I stay AWAY from lounge areas with pillows!
Then I engage with people. You know, what you do here online
Meghan Arias

28. Sep, 2008

4 shots of espresso. And some cream. And then a lot of water. We’re on our way to church now. I’ll be watching to see if you’re awake!
Tim

28. Sep, 2008

two options… a brisk shower or sleep until the afternoon. Usually I have to go with the shower.
Mike Jones

28. Sep, 2008

LifeChurch.tv Edmond Broadcast Team … fueled by Monster Energy Drink.
Nathan Gilmer

28. Sep, 2008

I try to go to bed at a decent time the night before.
Summer Kelly

28. Sep, 2008

Sugar-free Red Bull =D

But there must be something in the air today because I slept NINE hours last night and I’m still exhausted.
Blair J. Andress

28. Sep, 2008

Diet Pepsi Max…. caffeine is my drug of choice!
Tina

28. Sep, 2008

Coke Zero is my friend
Andrew

28. Sep, 2008

6 cups and a brisk morning drive out to our second site to deliver graphics. and then 2 more cups
Sean Pritzkau

28. Sep, 2008

dude i was in the same boat.

#1 get more than 2 and half hours of sleep

#2 a ton of coffee

#3 jump around. we do that after our sunday morning meetings sometimes. good stuff.
T

28. Sep, 2008

Monster. A can of Low-Carb Monster. Live it! Love it!
Dustin

28. Sep, 2008

Walk it off. Literally, just get up and get moving around, the blood will get flowing and you’ll be fine.
charlie

28. Sep, 2008

dude. i had a nice ‘late’ 7am call time this morning, but i only got 2 hours of sleep, and amazingly im not too tired. i think if you get less than 2.5 hours you are good because your body just thinks its a nap, but if you get like more than 2.5 to say 5 hours, you are exhausted.
(a venti white mocha from starbucks with a a red bull also helps)
Abby

28. Sep, 2008

Let me know when you figure it out.
Lisa @ put-it-on-the-list

28. Sep, 2008

Used to hate those Sundays when I produced. Get some caffeine, move around, talk to people.

Sunday afternoon nap is your FRIEND!
Lisa @ put-it-on-the-list

28. Sep, 2008

To clarify: I didn’t hate producing, just those sleepy Sundays when nothing could wake me up. =) Loved serving with my awesome production team!
kellen

28. Sep, 2008

coffee has more caffeine than espresso. one cup of coffee plus walking around during your time off the stage. being still allows me to stay tired.
Aaron

28. Sep, 2008

Burpees.
Derrick Henslee

28. Sep, 2008

The power of Christ compels me…

Uh, actually I just really make it a point to get to bed. When SNL is not good it helps a lot!

When I’ve got 7 experiences here at LifeChurch.tv in Tulsa…I gotta gets some shut eye.
Cindy

28. Sep, 2008

Try apples. They are supposed to be better than caffeine. I keep no sugar added applesauce at work and I think it helps.
Marcus Hackler

28. Sep, 2008

Breakfast. I usually either make a breakfast burrito of I pick one up at Sonic.

My pastor told me that you should eat like a king for breakfast, a prince for lunch, and a pauper for dinner.
Dale Schaeffer

28. Sep, 2008

Go to be early the night before (which I’m terrible at).
Take a shower immediately after getting up.
Extra strong coffee…8 scoops for a 8 cup pot.
Jake

28. Sep, 2008

Simple. At least eight hours quality sleep the night prior.
Jayma

28. Sep, 2008

I agree with the apples.

I wouldn’t know about Sunday morning “staples” although I’m sure that’s an excellent recommendation.

I like quick jogs. Even just 15 minutes. It’s the last thing you’ll want to do but the best thing for you.
Vince

28. Sep, 2008

stretch…especially your back muscles. stimulates adrenaline.
fatgirlslim

28. Sep, 2008

if a double espresso does not do the trick - COLD SHOWER…. it’s enough to blow the sleepy cobwebs outta anyone!!!!

L xo
http://www.fatgirlslim.com.au
Thomas Robison

28. Sep, 2008

I drink gasoline….

or RedLine Energy drinks
Tstaires

28. Sep, 2008

Lots of B12
Chris J

29. Sep, 2008

A wise old dude once said, “THE BATTLE IS WON OR LOST THE NIGHT BEFORE”
Here’s how I have applied that to stay sharp for leading worship/ministering Sunday am’s
1. PLan everything the night before (outfit, everything I need to take in the morning, etc)
2. Eat dinner earlier on Saturday night (preferably no food after 8 pm)
3. No junk like soda, sugar, donuts, or the like on Saturday night - only healthy snacks are allowed
4. Wake up at 4:30 and leave my house at 5 to be at church by 5:30.
5. Read the Psalm and Proverb of the day and any other verses on my heart or relating to the worship set.
6. Turn on the sound system and practice the worship set all by myself - just me and JC
7. DOn’t eat until I have finished all 4 services - if necessary some fruit - otherwise a cup of coffee and lots of water -
8. Quote Phillipians 4:13 to myself all day and believe God for the energy to lead a rehearsal and 4 services in a sunday.
9. Watch God’s Word come through for me every week…

And good suggestion about not lingering near dimly lit areas, couches, anything that might trigger the sleep reflex - stay engaged all day long..

Stay strong my friend! His joy is our strength..
amy

29. Sep, 2008

I’d have to say go to bed early and (for me) 1cup of caffinated coffee… it’ll perk ya up AND keep you regular :O). TMI??
dorothy (vicar of vibe)

30. Sep, 2008

I mainline Starbucks!

All the above plus:

STARBUCKS TIPS:
1. Go to Starbucks on Saturday, order your drink made ICED, with very light ice. Pop it in your fridge and simply take it out in the morning, add ice and start getting caffeinated. Plus this eliminates one of the stops on your way to church (interpretation: 15 minutes more of sleeping).
2. If you like hot drinks; still order your drink on Saturday ICED. This way the milk isn’t steamed. You could heat it up in the microwave (in an appropriate microwavable cup)
3. When you order your drink: add one (or two) energy packets to your drink. It is comprised of ginseng, B-12 vitamins and guarana extract (a highly caffeinated Latin American fruit). It’s good in hot or cold drinks. Doesn’t change the taste at all. I’ll even use it in lemonade (for you non-coffee drinkers out there)
4. If you have a milk based drink, consider adding protein powder. This gives you a more sustained energy through out the morning. Personally I only like this in hot drinks.
- your perky barista and (vicar of vibe)
dorothy (vicar of vibe)

30. Sep, 2008

Oh, if you are addicted to Saturday night t.v.- tape it and watch it after church on Sunday - just before your nap.
Chad Houck

01. Oct, 2008

Try a double shot of Land of a Thousand Hills Coffee “Vooba Vooba Espresso” (order at http://drinkcoffeedogood.com or BUY IT AT CATALYST!) with a bit of steamed milk, a touch of sugar, and a LOT of ice! If it fails to work, REPEAT UNTIL EXTREMELY CAFFINATED!

See you at catalyst!
Jennifer

01. Oct, 2008

Change the first morning poopy diaper. That’s all it takes to keep my eyes wide open for a while!

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:: This whole Ragamuffin thing is simple. I'm just a screwed up man, in need of adoption, trying to be real. I was poured into, mentored, taught, and sometimes beat into authenticity by my family at Sandals Church. They created this beautiful mess of me and I'm forever grateful.
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