Just like the canaries that once saved miners’ lives by stopping their songs when danger approached, when people in your church stop singing, it might be alerting you to something deeper than just musical preferences. This isn’t about perfecting your setlist or upgrading your sound system—it’s about recognizing that worship passivity could be a symptom of disconnection, cultural barriers, or leadership blind spots that need immediate attention. The good news? You can create your own “early warning system” by asking the right questions and enlisting honest feedback from people who genuinely love your church. What you’ll discover in this piece is a practical framework of specific questions that can help you identify worship obstacles before they become major roadblocks, plus the crucial mindset shifts needed to receive and act on this feedback. Whether your congregation is thriving or struggling, these insights will equip you to lead worship that truly invites everyone to participate—not just show up.