Sunday morning. But instead of connecting with your congregation and pouring your heart into praise, you’re frantically glancing down at chord charts and struggling to remember the second verse lyrics. What if memorizing your worship music could completely transform not just your performance, but your entire worship experience? Whether guitar or keys, there’s a systematic approach to memorization that goes way beyond just “practice more”—from using the Nashville Number System to create mental chord maps, to strategic repetition schedules that help your congregation learn alongside you. The difference between a worship leader who’s buried in their music stand and one who’s free to connect, lead, and worship wholeheartedly often comes down to one thing: preparation. So be prepared, and let this article help you on your way.