If we perform acceptably, then we get approval, adulation, and glory. And God gets the glory. Two totally different targets and purposes. We even jump up and down and scream when so moved. We have taken this same mindset into the church.
All eyes are on the performers.
When we perform, it is all about us. Even when we don't make it about us, sometimes other people do. Oh that was a lovely solo. Yes, it is all about God. Let's start by taking a look at the motivating factors of performance.