Koerts Music

People often ask me how I have time to write music and keep my day job. (I don’t think I write all that much music; but I guess some people think I do.) It’s true: you make time for what you enjoy. And I enjoy writing music. Truthfully, it’s my No. 1 hobby. The main thing that keeps me excited about writing music is the fact that I often get to see it be used in a specific way. W...

We live in a world in which your worth is based on what you achieve and accomplish. It seems that one’s value is based on one’s level of success. Tragically, this thinking has seeped into the church. And yet, this thinking goes completely against the teaching of the Bible. God doesn’t emphasize success, but rather faithfulness (see Psalm 31:23; 101:6; Proverbs 28:20; Matthew 2...

My family just made a quick getaway this last weekend to Jacksonville, Florida. Both Beth and my folks live in Jacksonville, so from time to time we enjoy visiting what really amounts to our old stomping grounds. While it was only a three day visit, it was great to just get away, unplug from the regular schedule, and recharge while away. I brought books to read and paperwork from church to review...

This is going around the internet, so I thought you would enjoy it. Talk about fun! Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XtyAsiZWktY AKPC_IDS += "1041,";...

A few weeks ago the circus came to town. On a whim, my wife and I decided to take our children. We’re glad we did. Our family enjoyed a much needed break from our regular routine. Throughout the two hours of pure entertainment, I was amazed and awed by the talented performers, the exotic animals, and the superb band. But what really caught my attention was the adeptness of the support staff...

My wife and I had an enjoyable time attending the 2010 music conference at the WILDS. This was their 19th annual conference, so it was great to participate in what is now a “well-oiled machine.” It was the first time since our oldest child was born (three and a half years ago) that we were away from our children for an entire week. Our children stayed with their grandparents, and they...

Last week I had the privilege of traveling with my family to Florida on family vacation. Shortly before our trip, I received a package in the mail. It contained a copy of I Give You Jesus by Melanie Smith. She included a couple of my arrangements on the album. It’s so encouraging whenever someone can use one of my songs as part of their ministry. On a personal level, I received such a bless...