The Walk: Devotionals by Worship Leaders

Calvin Nowell's testimony about his struggles with weight produced one of the most vulnerable and powerful episodes of The Walk that we've ever released. We're so proud to put this out in honor of all of those who struggle with the weight of sin. It's time for us all to put that sin at the altar and move past it, one step at a time.His scripture reference of Hebrews 12 is such a powerful reminder that, like Jesus, we all need to choose to run the race with endurance and through repentence, prayer, and the support of others, we really can lay down our weight and RUN! He endured the cross for us to be able to set aside our sin. Praise the Lord.Hebrews 12 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 3 Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.- - - - - -Sponsor InformationSong Discoveryhttps://www.songdiscovery.com/- - - - - -Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here.Additional Linkshttps://cmon.agency/https://www.instagram.com/worshipleader/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/https://authenticmedia.company/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/our-host/Who is Calvin Nowell? Calvin Nowell has considerable music industry experience both on and off stage. He has worked with Grammy winning artists, including Stevie Wonder, Michael McDonald, Michael W. Smith, CeCe Winans, Ben Rector and many more providing branding, marketing, management, and vocal expertise. Calvin is also a seasoned. Worship leader and songwriter that travels the United States leading worship. Outside of music, Calvin is a seasoned marketer, speaker and niche influencer with the personality and skill to advance the best ideas forward. His passion for helping others identify their potential and transforming it into reality is carried over into his creative advertising agency, Cmon Creative, who works with Fortune 500 companies, as well as A-List entertainers. Calvin currently resides in Franklin , TN.

We love nothing more than when our guests share stories of how they've grown in their faith even if those stories cover situations not widely talked about. The pressure on women to be married by a certain age is still a real thing in our churches and Charity Gayle's wonderful testimony has all of us contemplating how we can grow in contentment.Charity is known for a lot of amazing songs right now that include I Speak Jesus, Thank You Jesus For The Blood, and We Need A Miracle, but we've known Charity for almost a decade when she first hit the Song Discovery stage singing the songs that the Holy Spirit gave to her. We know her heart to be pure and we couldn't be more thrilled to see how her voice has been amplified. She's a person worth listening to because she truly lives out her faith. The scripture she references is worth reading daily:Luke 12:27 Consider the lilies, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin,[d] yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. 28 But if God so clothes the grass, which is alive in the field today, and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, how much more will he clothe you, O you of little faith! 29 And do not seek what you are to eat and what you are to drink, nor be worried.Lord, we too pray for all our listeners to breed contentment in their daily lives through a life of faith and trust in your Word. We believe your Word to be true. Amen- - - - -Sponsor InformationWorship Leader Institutehttps://www.worshipleaderinstitute.com/coachingAdditional Links https://www.charitygayle.com/https://www.instagram.com/worshipleader/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/https://authenticmedia.company/ https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/our-host/Who is Charity Gayle? Charity houses a powerful voice that has a fresh yet reminiscent sound. She loves the Lord with fierce faith and was raised in a home full of worship and has been involved in ministry since she was a child. Growing up in Buffalo, NY, Charity was a part of a culture that thrives in the spirit of unity while celebrating diversity. Surrounded by worship and the Word, her love for praising Jesus through music grew as she did. One of her favorite things growing up was watching her mom direct choir at Thursday night choir practice and by the age of 16, she was directing multiple choirs herself. “I love harmonies in gospel music. I think about Heaven being full of every type of voice from every nation, finding their part and praising God at the top of their lungs together around the Throne.”She spent two years in Nashville in 2014 and 2015 where she fell more in love with the art of writing songs for the church. Focusing on bridging the gap between worship and gospel music, she has authored songs like ‘Amen' ‘Psalm 100 (Enter In), Cleansed and ‘New Name Written Down in Glory'. Her first record, ‘Lord, You are my Song, debuted at #1 in the Christian and gospel genre in January 2018. She recently released her sophomore album ‘Endless Praise' in Sept. 2021, featuring the song ‘Thank You Jesus for the Blood' also debuting at #1. Most recently, Charity received a Dove Award for the song ‘Benediction (As You Go)' on Selah's record, “Firm Foundation”. Charity lives and leads worship with her husband, Ryan Kennedy. They are cultivating a movement for 24-hour prayer and worship called GatherHouse, and are continuing to write and spread the gospel in the US and globally.

This episode of The Walk features worship artist, songwriter, and worship leader Patrick Mayberry and his wisdom could apply to anyone leading a team in any setting. He brings a great combination of practical advice for those on worship teams, as well as some great inspiration based on 2 Corinthians 10.2 Corinthians 10:4-5 (ESV) For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds. We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ…For those of us in leadership, having a grasp on the vision God has given you for your business, church, or ministry, and passing that vision along to your team can not only inspire, but it can motivate your team to pursue excellence in the practical applications of their giftings. The abilities that God has given us, when used for Kingdom purpose, destroys lies and attacks set against us in the spiritual relm that manifest in the physical realm. Use your “weapons” today, whether that be leading worship, doing taxes, or fixing cars, for God's glory and you'll see strongholds destroyed, in the mighty name of Jesus. - - - - - -Sponsor InformationWorship Leader Institutehttps://www.worshipleaderinstitute.com/coaching- - - - - -Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here.Additional Linkshttps://patrickmayberrymusic.com/https://www.instagram.com/worshipleader/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/https://authenticmedia.company/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/our-host/Who is Patrick Mayberry? Cookeville, Tennessee native Patrick Mayberry first fell in love with worship music at a Passion conference in 2006. Twelve years later the worship leader, singer, guitarist and songwriter signed his first publishing deal with Centricity Publishing (publishing home of Lauren Daigle, Jordan Feliz, Katy Nichole, etc.), and recorded and released his independent EP, Joy, followed by Live In My Living Room in 2019. Along with Centricity Publishing, Centricity Music (record label) caught the vision of Patrick's artistry and signed him as an artist as well, which led to the release of his EP Holy Spirit Come in 2021. The title track hit the Top 15 at Christian radio, and recently the Top 200 on CCLI's Top 2,000 US chart; and “Breakthrough Miracle Power” made a significant splash as well. This launched Patrick into his first two nationwide tours in 2022 - the Songs & Stories Tour with Cory Asbury and the My People Tour (along with Crowder, We The Kingdom, Anne Wilson and more). Mayberry is currently in the studio recording songs for his next project to be released in 2023.In addition to writing and recording his own music, Patrick has penned songs that have been recorded by Passion, Josh Baldwin, David Leonard, Chris Renzema, Mack Brock, Pat Barrett, North Point Worship, among others. He's also garnered sync placements with T-Mobile, NBA, the “TODAY” show and more. Mayberry, his wife Jenny, and their four children live in Franklin, Tennessee.

God is so good and so loving and we are blessed to be his children. In this episode of The Walk, Gatherhouse worship leader, pastor, and songwriter Ryan Kennedy talks us through the life-changing experience he had when he achieved his dream at 17 of getting a show produced Off-Broadway.At least, he thought it was his dream. So many of OUR dreams come from experience with what our culture tells us our dreams SHOULD be. There are few scriptures as powerful and as poignant as Galatians 2:20, which Ryan references in this episode.(ESV) I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.In our “me” culture, the idea of no longer having an identity that YOU control seems oppressive, but once you learn the truth of how good our God is and how much he loves us, it's easier and easier to live a life of faith in the Son of God. Ryan's testimony in this episode of The Walk is powerful and a great devotional to start off our year with. Let's all commit to walking away from “flesh” and running toward “faith” in 2023. Happy New Year.- - - - - -Sponsored ByWorship Leader Institutehttps://www.worshipleaderinstitute.com/- - - - - -Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here.Additional Linkshttps://www.wearegatherhouse.comhttps://www.instagram.com/worshipleader/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/https://authenticmedia.company/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/our-host/

Our God is good, all the time. In this episode Benjamin William Hastings asks the question, does God sometimes allow the storms to come? His question is linked to a journey through the streets of London during a literal storm, but the metaphor is relevant to us all. How many times have we cried out during a challenging season in life only to get to the other side and realize how much that season caused us to press in and build a deeper relationship with the Father?“The only way through it is to Hallelujah!” Is a lyric from Benjamin's song that he sings with Blessing Offor called That's The Thing About Praise. He couldn't be more right…we just need to praise our way through the storm, even when we don't feel like it's making a difference. Today we say, “Hallelujah,” for those that are struggling with illness. We say, “Hallelujah,” for those that got laid off. We say, “Hallelujah,” for those dealing with the pain from the loss of a loved one. On it goes until we are singing praises to our King no matter the storms we face. Amen.- - - - - -Sponsor InformationWorship Leader Institutehttps://www.worshipleaderinstitute.com/- - - - - - Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here.Additional Linkshttp://www.benjaminwilliamhastings.com/https://www.instagram.com/worshipleader/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/https://authenticmedia.company/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/our-host/

What Christian hasn't asked the question, “did I not pray hard enough?” One of my first questions for God when I get to heaven will be, “what took you so long!?” God's timing and our timing don't often align in the exact way we would wish. Given the expectation we have in our culture of faster is better, waiting on the Lord to answer while enduring any sort of pain or discomfort is not something that we usually handle well.Justin Warren, a recording artist and worship leader, talks us through a journey he went on that made him doubt his calling. He was challenged by God to press in and wait on the Lord for an answer. Through that process a beautiful new song was written and spiritual growth happened and he'll share his story with us on today's episode.- - - - - -Sponsor InformationWorship Leader Institutehttps://www.worshipleaderinstitute.com/- - - - - - Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here.Additional Linkshttps://www.justinwarrenmusic.net/https://www.instagram.com/worshipleader/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/https://authenticmedia.company/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/our-host/

There's no question that walking through something as painful as watching your child suffer will cause you to question your faith in God. Jordan St. Cyr, Canadian Worship Leader and artist, tells us about his daughter, Emory, and the health trials she's encountered since joining us here on this earth.Jordan's testimony is actually one of encouragement for all of us who have or are currently walking through a time of testing. He addresses that difficult time frame right between the blessing or miracle and when we're just believing in faith for that miracle. It's a beautiful place to exist, but it can cause us to fall away or draw closer to our Creator.Matthew 22:37-40 Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.'[c] 38 This is the first and greatest commandment. 39 And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.'[d] 40 All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.”- - - - - - Sponsor InformationWorship Leader Institutehttps://www.worshipleaderinstitute.com/Additional Linkshttps://www.jordanstcyr.com/https://www.instagram.com/worshipleader/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/https://authenticmedia.company/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/our-host/- - - - - - Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here.Who is Jordan St. Cyr?Husband. Father of two boys and two girls. Singer. Songwriter. Storyteller. Sharer of God's Word. It was when Jordan St. Cyr served with Youth With a Mission (YWAM) as a teen that he found the inspiration to pursue music as a career. He eventually released an EP, and in the years that have followed, he has received numerous and life-changing opportunities to work alongside so many talented songwriters, producers, and artists, all who have encouraged him along his journey. From playing numerous events of all sizes and meeting people from many different walks of life, humanity's deep desire for meaningful connection has been revealed to him and the hope to find something more vibrant than our current reality. Now in 2022, after releasing more music along the way, Jordan St. Cyr has debuted his first full-length album with Seattle-based label BEC Recordings - a self-titled ten-song project that was released on March 4th.

It's so easy in our world of social media to fall into the comparison trap. Sarah Kroger, an accomplished worship songwriter and performer, gives a personal testimony of walking through that trap and stepping out into the freedom that comes when we embrace God's love. Her personal story will translate to all of us as no human has ever walked this earth and not had the thought that someone else has it better. We've all said, “I wish I were more like her/him,” or “I wish I had what they had,” or “My life isn't good enough without what they have.” But God says…Psalms 139 13-16For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb.14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.15 My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place, when I was woven together in the depths of the earth.16 Your eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.- - - - - -Sponsor InformationPlanning Centerhttps://www.planningcenter.com/Additional Linkshttps://www.sarahkroger.com/https://amzn.to/3EjBrra - The Life of the Belovedhttps://www.instagram.com/worshipleader/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/https://authenticmedia.company/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/our-host/- - - - - - Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here.

In this episode of The Walk; a devotionals podcast led by worship leaders, Steven Fry addresses one of the most common side effects of full-time ministry. We enter with passion for the ministry, but in our human failure that passion turns those serving into slaves of the ministry instead of servants of the almighty God.Steve is a pastor, worship leader, artist, playwright, and author. In his 50 years in ministry he has served in almost every role you can imagine. His wisdom for how to stay focused on what's important, which is his personal relationship with Jesus, over what's tangible and feels important, the daily work of the ministry, has been the key to sustaining him for those 50+ years.He pulls from a story that isn't often preached and comes from Ezekiel 44 and surrounds the Levitical Priests called the Sons of Zadok. This episode is sure to challenge and encourage anyone, whether you serve in full-time ministry or not. In essence, we are all ministers in whatever role we fill our daily lives with, so listen and please respond with comments and shares. We would love to see this amazing message reach more and more people who are falling into the temptation of striving for the world instead of abiding with Jesus.- - - - - -Sponsor InformationPlanning Centerhttps://www.planningcenter.com/Additional Linkshttps://www.thegate.cc/https://Stevenfry.orghttps://amzn.to/3UOyCF4https://www.instagram.com/worshipleader/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/https://authenticmedia.company/https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/our-host/Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here.Who is Steven Fry?Steve Fry serves as Senior Pastor of The Gate Community Church, located in Franklin, Tennessee and is the President of Messenger Fellowship. Steve received his Masters Degree in Theology from Wesley Institute, a member college of the Sydney College of Divinity.As a pastor, best-selling author (I AM: The Unveiling of God), composer, and recording artist, Steve blends worship and scriptural teaching in a way that is relevant and revelatory. His well known songs include Oh the glory of His Presence and I Want To Know You More. Steve has traveled the globe speaking at churches, conferences, leading missions teams and touring with his musicals (We are Called, Thy Kingdom Come). He and his wife, Nancy, have three children.

There are so many times we mistake “greatness” for something that we as humans do and achieve instead of realizing what it really is; the “anointing” of the Holy Spirit on someone operating within their God-given gifting. In this episode, Gospel artist, songwriter, worship leader, and co-writer and performer of Rapha, Jason Clayborn, tells a story of his first encounter with “greatness” and how he learned that those who carry a higher calling on their life and submit to the will and authority of Jesus are able to carry his presence in the form of a Holy Spirit anointing. Once we recognize that all Christians carry some form of this, how do we reconcile our differences and how does this calling on our lives draw us closer to Jesus, while also introducing others to Jesus through us? These questions and more are touched on in this exciting podcast episode from this seasoned artist and worship leader in Jason. We're thrilled to have him as a guest and we encourage you to comment below, review our podcast, subscribe to our show, and please share our content as we believe this show is “anointed” with the purpose of equipping and building up those on worship teams and who volunteer in churches all over the world. - - - - - - Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here. Who is Jason Clayborn? Tyscot recording artist Jason Clayborn is a GRAMMY® and Stellar Award nominee and former member of the renowned hip-hop/gospel group The Righteous Riders. He has toured around the world with numerous artists, including iconic worship leader Dr. Ron Kenoly. Clayborn and his choir, The Atmosphere Changers, were nominated for four 2022 Stellar Awards, including Male Artist of the Year and Praise & Worship Song of the Year.

We've all walked through experiences where we've been asked to do something that we didn't feel prepared for. Those situations often cause us to be stretched beyond what we believe we're capable of. The U.S. Navy SEALs have a saying: "Get comfortable being uncomfortable." Now, we're not all called to become Navy SEALs, but as followers of Jesus we are automatically members of the Lord's army. That means we're faced with embracing the uncomfortable situations of life that Jesus puts us in. In this episode, we travel back with Dustin Smith to his early days of ministry and learn about how he became a worship leader that could also play the piano. That led to an anointed career as a songwriter, musician, worship pastor, and now senior pastor at Hope UC in Nashville. Dustin's encouragement to step out and not let insecurities get in the way of what Jesus has for you makes for a great episode of our devotional podcast, The Walk. - - - - - - Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Sw anson cand the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here. Who is Dustin Smith? Dustin Smith is a worship leader, songwriter and fourth-generation pastor, following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather. Dustin is also the founder of Here Be Lions, a ministry collective that focuses on discipleship, music and community not only through their songwriting and worship but through additional outreaches such as: Be Fierce, a discipleship resource for families, and Healing Is Right, a resource for the sick and hurting. With vulnerability, humor and an unyielding love for God and His people, Dustin crosses denominational, cultural and generational lines to share the Gospel through preaching, teaching and music. His songs, which range from adoration to warfare, include " I Speak Jesus", “God Who Moves The Mountains,” “Miracles,” “Belong To You (Enemy Can't),” “Praise The King,” “Rushing Waters” and “Chaotic Love (The One That Really Matters).” Most recently Dustin has partnered with world renowned pastors Mark & Darlene Czech of Hope Unlimited Church Australia in expanding their reach to the US. Dustin & his wife Jeanna launched HopeUC Nashville in October of 2019 and just celebrated their 3rd year church anniversary.

Romans 3:23 (NKJV) says, “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God…” That includes Pastors and those in full time ministry. We are all sinners and constantly need salvation, grace, repentance, and realignment with the way of Jesus. Worship Leader, songwriter, and worship artist Stephen Mcwhirter has a story that may seem “extreme” to some of us, but to God is just another example of a lost sheep finding its way back home to the Father. It started with abuse, which led to a lifestyle of seeking to escape the pain of that abuse, then to radical salvation, and to an even more radical transformation. This episode is inspiring, to say the least, but it also includes a roadmap that all of us can be encouraged by, which surrounds learning to love Jesus when nobody else is watching. Psalm 91:1 (NKJV) says, “He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” A daily practice of visiting with Jesus and building that intimate relationship with the Creator leads to a life that can reshape a radical transformation that starts with a one-time event, but sustains through an entire life. Matthew 6:1 (NIV) “Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of others to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. - - - - - - Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here. Who is Stephen Mcwhirter? Stephen McWhirter is a touring wor ship leader, producer, speaker and author whose powerful testimony of divine deliverance from addiction is the cornerstone of his ministry platform. A founding member of the former worship collective Iron Bell Music, he is also a songwriter with Essential Music Publishing/Sony PLG and a Lula Street (Integrity Music) recording artist.

Here at Worship Leader we consistently see artists and worship leaders referencing a mentor or a coach that steps in at just the right moment and gives us a piece of advice or drops some scripturally based wisdom on us that changes our lives forever. In this episode of our devotionals podcast, The Walk, artist and songwriter Evan Craft tells a story of his first tour of South America, how it all “fell apart,” but how God used the chaos and the struggle to realign Evan's heart with his true purpose in ministry. James 1:2-4 (ESV) Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. Be encouraged today that you are a part of something much bigger than yourself, and thank God for that as we all fall short of the glory of God. Be encouraged that you are really a soldier in God's great army and his sovereign will reigns supreme. In spite of what challenges may be in front of us, we can trust and know that in the testing we will develop the steadfastness needed to take on each day and fight the good fight. Be willing to be a good soldier that obeys the commands of your King. - - - - - - Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here. Who is Evan Craft? An artist doesn't have to be born into a community to be embraced by its people. Just ask Evan Craft. Passion, authenticity and anointing are the barrier-breaking qualities that have allowed a non-Hispanic man to become one of the most successful artists in Latin music today. Dove Award-winning artist with over 1.4 BILLION career streams, Evan Craft, recently released "Fight On My Knees" in August 2022 which is already off to a hot start. His 2021 Singles "Be Alright" and "Desesperado" have seen huge success hitting #1 and #14 on Christian Radio, respectively. “Be Alright” is currently nominated for Song Of The Year at the 53rd Annual GMA Dove Awards. Impressive songwriting and vocal skills have catapulted his career from YouTube streams to the top of the charts. In addition to multiple projects, recorded in both Spanish and English, he's committed to making a difference in a hurting world. To date, he's raised more than $250,000 for a homeless mission in LA that he co-founded, called Mi Casa. Craft is building a bridge between two cultures and touching many lives in the process.

"For All My Life" singer, songwriter, and worship leader TAYA is our guest in this episode of The Walk. She tells a story of how she has consistently chosen the way of Jesus in the midst of really difficult seasons. Her faith in God's goodness and mercy led her through a redemption process even though she continues to face the same hurt and letdown over and over and over again. Matthew 11:28-30 (NIV) 28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Along the journey and through those broken relationships she mentions, TAYA also tells of her father stepping away from the church and the deep hurt that caused her. But her constant companion of scripture, prayer, and worship are at the center of her faith journey. TAYA teaches us all, through her suffering, that God will comfort the broken hearted and is working all things for his glory. Psalm 34:18 (NIV) 18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. - - - - - - Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here. Who is TAYA Gaukrodger?  Long before TAYA became one of UNITED's most acclaimed and impactful vocalists, with over one billion streams and numerous world tours over the last decade, her journey with Jesus began in the small town of Lismore, Australia. Her mother led her in the sinner's prayer at age five and she attended a small community church with her family where her father was an elder & worship leader. The singer grew up listening to the local radio stations, her father's record collection (Fleetwood Mac, Beatles) and classical music. After starting to lead worship in her high school years, TAYA cried out to God to use her: “I love to sing but whatever you want God.” After that, she couldn't shake the strong feeling she associated with singing faith-based songs. TAYA left Lismore for bustling Sydney at the age of 21 with only $200 dollars to her name and a very specific goal: to make music her career. Not wanting to just attend a church, TAYA began serving as a youth leader in her local church on Friday nights when she was off from her retail job. Her church began offering her opportunities, culminating in UNITED longtime producer & guitarist, Michael Guy Chislett, inviting her first to sing backing vocals on a recording project (which turned into UNITED's Zion album) then singing lead on the song that became the group's record breaking worship anthem of the decade, “Oceans (Where Feet May Fail).”

Christian musician, worship leader, songwriter, and painter Jon Reddick is the guest on our episode today and what may seem like a random start to his story about his lawn lands home with a message that is always relevant. Our Father in heaven loves us so much that his light, beauty, and glory can literally cover over any of the “spots” we've allowed to develop. Whether those spots are on our lawn or in our heart, our God's grace is sufficient and our true power is shown in him working through our weaknesses. 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 (ESV) 9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. 10 For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong. - - - - - - Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here. Who Is Jon Reddick? “Jon Reddick has been my worship leader for over eight years now,” shares TobyMac about Reddick. “He's not only a gifted singer who expresses soul and emotion as well as anyone I've ever heard, but also a songwriter whose lyrics awaken my heart to hope through God's love.” Growing up the son of a pastor and the church pianist in Memphis, TN, and brother to six siblings -- including his sister, Janice Gaines, who herself went on to become a Stellar Award and GMA Dove Award nominated recording artist for Motown Gospel. The Reddick family was infused in music. It was woven into Reddick's DNA from the start. Eventually, Reddick and his family made their way to Nashville, where God kept putting unlikely people in his path. He has had the opportunity to work on songwriting with artists like Matt Redman, Tommy Sims, Josh Kerr and Sheryl Crow. He is also one of the worship leaders at Church of the City working alongside Chris McClarney and led by pastor Darren Whitehead. In addition to being a talented musician, Reddick is also a creative visual artist. In a fusion of his artistic and musical sides he has painted the artwork for each of his music releases. For me, art is a way for me to get my words out. It gives voice to what I'm feeling, allows me to say something in my own way. It's okay to let people interpret it how they interpret it, because it's something bigger. I just want to be a conduit to help people reconcile themselves with God and each other,” Reddick says. “I want to bring people together. I consider it an honor and a privilege to get to lead people in the transparency of worship.” His song, "God Turn It Around," charted top 5 on BOTH airplay/audience charts for the four consecutive weeks In 2020 Mandisa recorded and released a version of his song "You Keep Hope Alive" which became a Top 15 Billboard Christian Airplay and AC radio single and Top 50 single of the year. He has also performed at LakeWood Church, multiple IF Gatherings, the Unite to Fight Poverty event, the Experience Worship Conference and the fall 2021 TobyMac Hits Deep Tour alongside Tauren Wells, Jordan Feliz, We Are Messengers and label-mates Cochren & Co. and Terrian.

In this episode our guest, worship leader and artist Lydia Ignegneri, talks about how God used her worship ministry as a creative training ground to raise up her immensely talented, yet overactive and frustrated son. Being a mom and raising kids while running a full-time ministry isn't easy. Add in homeschooling four children, and it's a wonder that Lydia has time for anything at all. But her beautiful story of God speaking to her about the way in which to bring up her son Dominic should is a testimony to all of us about how we should approach this next generation of young leaders. Our faith communities are having a real issue with keeping our youth engaged with the Church. Two-thirds (66 percent) of American young adults who attended a Protestant church regularly for at least a year as a teenager say they also dropped out for at least a year between the ages of 18 and 22, according to a new study from Nashville-based Lifeway Research. So, it's more important than ever that all of us “look over our shoulders,” as Lydia said, and put real focus on allowing the young generations to take some ownership of our worship services, ministries, and the works of our Churches. As Psalm 145 says, “One generation shall commend your works to another, and shall declare your mighty acts. 5 On the glorious splendor of your majesty, and on your wondrous works, I will meditate. 6 They shall speak of the might of your awesome deeds, and I will declare your greatness. 7 They shall pour forth the fame of your abundant goodness and shall sing aloud of your righteousness.” - - - - - - Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show' s co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here. Who Is Lydia Ignegneri Lydia Ingegneri is a songwriter and worship leader who has been leading people into Gods presence through dynamic and passionate worship since her teen years. She is known for her powerful and soulful vocals, creating an atmosphere for deliverance, healing, and freedom in the lives of worshippers. Lydia's debut live worship album “You Are With Us” released in 2017. Her sophomore live album “Anchor” is set to release early 2023. Lydia is a disciple maker at heart who loves to champion others and help people reach their full potential. Together with her husband Scott, Lydia is founder of Awaken Ministries; a movement dedicated to resourcing and championing church and marketplace leaders. In 2020, Lydia and Scott launched the Awaken Worship Cohort for the purpose of developing worship and creative arts leaders in the areas of spiritual formation, personal life development, and upskilling in their craft. Lydia has been very happily married since 2003 and is the proud mother of four amazing kids: Dominic, James, Kelly Joy and Mia. Lydia considers ministering as a family her greatest joy in life. The Ingegneri's reside in the Nashville, Tennessee area.

Mentorship and coaching is seen all throughout the Bible, but what is not talked about often is the sacrifice needed from both the mentor and the mentee. In this episode, Matt Maher takes us through a story of embarrassment and shame that shaped his faith walk and identified his need for a mentor. The biblical reference in the episode is based on Deuteronomy 34. 4 And the Lord said to him, “This is the land of which I swore to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob, ‘I will give it to your offspring.' I have let you see it with your eyes, but you shall not go over there.” 5 So Moses the servant of the Lord died there in the land of Moab, according to the word of the Lord… Then to verse 9 - And Joshua the son of Nun was full of the spirit of wisdom, for Moses had laid his hands on him. So the people of Israel obeyed him and did as the Lord had commanded Moses. Moses had sinned against God and, even though God had said all along that he would use Moses to lead his people to the promised land, he didn't allow Moses “into” the promised land. God showed Moses the completion of his vision, but didn't allow Moses to see it through himself. He used Moses's mentee, Joshua. What would that look like for you? Would you be okay if God had given you a vision, but didn't intend for you to complete that vision? Only to instigate it and be a part of pushing it along? We all assume we're the hero of our own story, but when we realize we're a small part of a much greater story, we release expectations and are more able to mentor and guide others, which is the way of Jesus. He mentored 12 through his entire ministry and in order to complete the vision God had for him he was required to die, much in the same way that Moses did. Of course, the people of that day thought that the vision died with Jesus, but for those of us who are followers of The Way, we know the good news that happened three days later. But, to the point of this episode, those that Jesus mentored founded the very church that still exists today. So, leaders, reflect on who has a similar call and vision to your own that you can mentor. For those who don't have a mentor, seek one out through prayer. We can also help be a resource for you as we provide mentorship and coaching through the Worship Leader Institute.  Here's a great scripture to close us out: 1 Corinthians 3:10 By the grace God has given me, I laid a foundation as a wise builder, and someone else is building on it. But each one should build with care. 11 For no one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ. - - - - - - Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here. Who Is Matt Maher A 9x Grammy nominee and a 5x GMA Dove Award winner, Matt Maher is a thought leader in the artistic, musical and songwriter community and music industry. Named an official Steinway artist in 2015, Matt has performed in front of more Papal events than any other artist, and releases his 12th studio album, “The Stories I Tell Myself” on October 21. He is the prolific songwriter behind well-known worship anthems like the RIAA Platinum certified “Lord, I Need You” and “Your Grace Is Enough” as well as multiple #1 radio singles: both the RIAA Gold certified “Because He Lives (Amen)” and “Alive and Breathing” and Crowder's “Come As You Are” and Third Day's “Soul On Fire”. His next single, “The Lord's Prayer (It's Yours) showcases his writing, recording and producing, and adds to his more than 1M career sales and streams over the past two decades. Maher embarks on his 12th headline tour in Spring 2023, is a native of Newfoundland Canada, and currently resides in Nashville, TN with his wife, Kristin, their three children and two pups.

Our culture celebrates things like “life hacks” and “faster is better” and “multi-tasking your way to success,” but all Jesus wants from us is to receive his Love and Abide with him. To develop a personal and intimate relationship with him takes time and a commitment to actually focusing on getting away and drawing close. In this episode of The Walk, worship leader and songwriter Aaron Williams tells a story about a very difficult situation that he had to walk through and that forced him to the intimate places to meet Jesus on a deeper level. Acts 4:13 says, “When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and they took note that these men had been with Jesus.” It's an incredible reminder that the disciples that actually walked this earth with Jesus had another level of authority given their intimate relationship with him. The gift of the Bible and the Holy Spirit mean that we still have access to study with and understand the living God, while actually talking with him and developing that personal relationship with him. These phrases “personal relationship” tend to bring with them the baggage of being overused “christianeze,” but that doesn't make them less true. Thank you to Aaron for this great episode and his challenge to us to find revival through building that intimate relationship with Jesus. - - - - - - Please subscribe to our social channels for more infor mation and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Le ader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here.

This episode is brought to you by the Worship Leader Institute.   When is the last time you spoke the name of Jesus over someone? Has God ever asked you to do something radical like walk away from the Church for a year to rediscover him? In today's episode, we feature a remarkable story followed up by an uncomfortable challenge surrounding our “priesthood” from Jesse Reeves. He's a church planter and a prolific songwriter with hundreds of titles to his name including How Great Is Our God, Lord I Need You, Indescribable, Our God, I Speak Jesus and a bunch more. He bases his challenge on this verse from 1 Peter. I Peter 2:9-10 says, “But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. 10 Once you were not a people, but now you are God's people; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy." It's important to note that both Jesse and all of us here at Authentic Media and Worship Leader are massive fans and supporters of the local church. Please listen to this episode through the filter of iron sharpens iron and don't be afraid to reevaluate the status quo. After hearing this episode we challenge you to pray for the Holy Spirit's guidance and just see what God says. We are rooting for you and believe in local bodies of Believers living out the way of Jesus in community. Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here. Who is Jesse Reeves?  Jesse Reeves is a songwriter, musician, church planter, and father. As a songwriter, he has co-written several songs that are sung in the church around the world today including “How Great is Our God,” “Our God,” “I Will Rise, “Lord, I Need You,” and more. As a musician, Jesse spent 17 years leading worship, touring and playing bass guitar in the Chris Tomlin Band. As a church planter, Jesse and his wife, Janet, have been a part of planting The Austin Stone Community Church in Austin, Tx and Passion City Church in Atlanta, Georgia. He and Janet have four children and live in Austin, Tx, where they pastor a network of house churches called KingsPorch.

There's no question that rest and rejuvenation are built into God's daily routines for us. In this episode we hear from pastor, author, and entrepreneur Curtis Zackery who tells an intimate story of when he was confronted with the need to rest. Most of us can relate to a situation where we were forced to stop due to our inability to listen to the father and slow down. It's almost built into the DNA of our culture to work so hard we end the day having nothing left. What if we could operate from a place of unending joy and vitality? Does God run out of energy? He does not, but even God took a sabbath day as he knew the value of rest. Exodus 31:17 NIV “17 It will be a sign between me and the Israelites forever, for in six days the Lord made the heavens and the earth, and on the seventh day he rested and was refreshed.'” He built it into HIS system for us that we have broken because we have been pursuing the world's system. Our way of life needs to be completely God centered. We should reorient our world around him leaving the things of this world, including stress and anxiety, behind. Let's all pursue rivers of living water today. John 7:37-39 ESV “37 On the last day of the feast, the great day, Jesus stood up and cried out, “If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink. 38 Whoever believes in me, as[a] the Scripture has said, ‘Out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.'” 39 Now this he said about the Spirit, whom those who believed in him were to receive, for as yet the Spirit had not been given, because Jesus was not yet glorified.” - - - - - - Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here .

How good are you at listening to that still, small voice? Jenn Johnson from Bethel Music challenges us to be radically obedient to the voice of God in our daily walk. As a songwriter, artist, and record label executive, Jenn wears a lot of hats and the only way to do that successfully is by allowing the Holy Spirit to guide her every step. And, as a part of developing the listening ears needed to hear God's voice, Jenn reminds us to remove distractions and to simplify our lives. This great devotional podcast episode reminded us of when God revealed himself to Elijah. It wasn't through fire or earthquakes as it says in 1 Kings. 1 Kings 19:11-12 - Then He said, “Go out, and stand on the mountain before the Lord.” And behold, the Lord passed by, and a great and strong wind tore into the mountains and broke the rocks in pieces before the Lord, but the Lord was not in the wind; and after the wind an earthquake, but the Lord was not in the earthquake; 12 and after the earthquake a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire; and after the fire a still small voice. What are you doing to position yourself on a daily basis to hear the voice of God? What are some of the most memorable times in your life where you've heard His voice? Did He ask you to do something crazy…and was it really crazy or did it just feel that way at the time? Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here . Who is Jenn Johnson?  Jenn Johnson is a co-founder and President of Bethel Music and Bethel Music Worship School, headquartered in Redding, California. She is also a musician, a songwriter, singer, speaker and author. Jenn has been an integral part of 16 albums by Bethel Music that have influenced the culture of worship across the global church. Jenn has written and been a part of several anthems sung by the global church such as “Goodness of God”, “You're Gonna Be OK”, and “God I Look to You”. Jenn is the founder of “Lovely by Jenn Johnson,” a lifestyle brand intended to inspire, equip and engage women of all ages to thrive. She has written her first book, All Things Lovely, which released in November of 2021. Jenn, along with her husband Brian, reside in Redding, California, with their five wonderful children, Haley, Téa, Braden, Ryder Moses, and Malachi Judah.

God can work through any situation. That means a major career setback, financial stress, and even challenging personal relationships can all become opportunities to see God's hand in our lives. Actually, oftentimes, He mostly works through trials, doesn't He? Martin Luther King, Jr. said, “the ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” Colton Dixon is our gues t for this episode of The Walk and his story introduces our audience to the ups and downs of the music business. He also reminds us of the faith one needs to have on a daily basis in any business. "I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world." (John 16:33) Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine . Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show' s co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here. Who is Colton Dixon? Colton Dixon quickly became a household name in 2012 when he was voted a fan favorite and made it to the top seven on Season 11 of Fox's hit show AMERICAN IDOL. His career has been on the fast track ever since, now boasting over 100 million streams across all platforms. Dixon's 2013 debut, A Messenger, set the record for biggest first-week sales by a new solo Christian act, becoming the No. 1 selling album by a new Christian artist. Dixon is also a Steinway & Sons artist, following in the footsteps of legendary artists such as Harry Connick, Jr. and Billy Joel. Dixon's sophomore effort, Anchor, included the most played Hot AC single of 2014, “More Of You,” which spent three weeks at No. 1, as well as “Through All of It,” his fourth consecutive No. 1 at Hot AC Radio. In 2013, Dixon won a Dove Award for Best Rock/Contemporary Album Of The Year, along with two additional nominations. In 2015, Anchor was honored with the Dove Award for Rock/Contemporary Album of the Year. Dixon received back-to-back K-LOVE Fan Award nominations for Male Artist of the Year in 2014 and 2015, followed by the release of his third studio album Identity, which included the top 5 single “All That Matters,” whose video was premiered by PEOPLE magazine. His latest, critically-acclaimed, self-titled EP, boasting the hit tracks “Miracles,” “Devil Is A Liar,” and “Made to Fly” is available now, along with his latest single, “Build a Boat.”

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself the question of what is the “God thread” in my life? Who has come before me and laid the foundation or created the path for me to be introduced to Jesus and what was that story? In today's episode of The Walk, Anna Golden recounts some of her very special family faith history involving a neighborhood Memphis church and its pastor and how that community gifted her family with Jesus. “Before they ever started asking them to come to church, they just started serving them.” How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him who brings good news, who publishes peace, who brings good news of happiness, who publishes salvation, who says to Zion, “Your God reigns.” Isaiah 52:7 ESV This is a true “hands and feet of Jesus” story and we think it will really encourage you today. Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host and co-producer is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here. More About Our Sponsor Soldiers For Faith  We are a ministry motivated by the words of Phillip ‘COME AND SEE' (John 1:45-46). We provide methods for the least of these to ‘COME AND SEE' the Lord. From our Call-In Bible Studies, to our Special Needs ministry, and our At Home Concert Experience, everything we do is motivated by our call to bring people to ‘COME AND SEE' the Lord through our Call-In Bible Studies! Come join other believers for Biblical truths and guidance through the Holy Spirit.

Once in a while when you tell a story, even if that story is decades old, the emotions you experienced come rushing back and it's as if you're right there reliving that experience again. In this episode our guest, Paul Wilbur, tells a beautiful story about when he met “Yeshua, Jesus” for the first time and then dedicated his life and music to “knowing Him and making Him known.” Paul's inspiring story begs the question in all of us; Was there a moment when you knew God was calling you to use your gifting for His purposes? “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ.” Colossians 3:23–24 (ESV) Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here. Who is Paul Wilbur? Paul Wilbur is an internationally-acclaimed messianic worship artist, song writer, speaker, award-winning author, and Dove Award nominee. Paul has sold over three million albums globally and has recorded albums in several languages. He's been sharing a unique Kingdom message that reaches beyond cultural, social and political borders for more than 40 years. Whether he's singing to packed soccer stadiums throughout Latin America, Africa and Asia, or bringing his message directly to the people of Israel, his distinctive songs of prophetic praise and worship have reached millions. Read more... 

So many Worship Leaders are so concerned about being accused of “performing” and not actually leading worship. Questions like “are we doing it well?” and “how did we sound?'' come before the important question of “did we see lives changed?'' and “did people meet Jesus?” There's a tension that exists between the space of worship and the space of performance. Accusations of “that church just puts on a show” are prevalent within the western Church and our megachurches have spent lots of tithe money on creating a highly produced Sunday service. One might even say that the light show on Sunday helps keep the lights on the rest of the week. Elias Dummer knows a thing or two about this topic of worship versus performance. As a former successful CCM artist and lead singer of the band The City Harmonic and as a songwriter and Worship Leader for his local church, he has a unique perspective based on his years of experience. In this episode he addresses this issue by bringing us back to the basics of how we were created. Hopefully, through this episode, our tribe will be able to remove the fear of creating a performance culture and just focus on doing worship well and connecting the congregation with God. This podcast is brought to you by Authentic Media and Worship Leader Magazine. Our host is Joshua Swanson and the show's co-producer and editor is Matt McCartie. More episodes can be found here: https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/ Who is Elias Dummer ? Elias Dummer co-founded and fronted one of Canada's most acclaimed worship bands, The City Harmonic. As the group's principal songwriter, he helped pen such hits as “Holy (Wedding Day)” and “Mountaintop,” as well as “Manifesto,” which served as the theme song for 2011's National Day of Prayer. The City Harmonic earned 12 GMA Canada Covenant Awards and a Juno Award (Canada's GRAMMY® equivalent), before disbanding in 2017. Dummer released his solo debut, The Work Vol. I, in 2019 and was named Breakthrough Artist of the Year at the 2020 Covenant Awards. Both as a solo artist and with The City Harmonic, Dummer's music has garnered more than 100 million streams to date. His latest album, The Work Vol. II, released July 29 and features collaborations with such artists as Sandra McCracken; Citizens' Zach Bolen; JJ Heller; and Land of Color.

If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or text HOME to the Crisis Text Line at 741741. These services are free and confidential. The contents of this website and its mobile application are for general informational purposes only, and are not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any condition or disease or substitute for medical advice. God can walk us through anything. In Cheri Keaggy's case it was the death of a parent. This episode makes me ask, how would I walk through a tragedy like that? Hopefully, as Cheri did, I would walk through it with scripture, prayer, and faith. Her testimony on how God brought the right Word at the right time is an important reminder for all of us. We limit how much the Holy Spirit can speak to us if we don't really know our Bible. In addition to comforting us during times of trials, like in Cheri's case, she also references the importance of knowing the Word of God in times of celebration. These two emotions of joy and pain are both a blessing when they are partnered with scripture and God's grace. For Cheri, those scriptures are also a guiding light in her songwriting process. This episode goes from grief to grace and we're excited to share it with our worship tribe. Please subscribe to our social channels for more information and great content surrounding building a lifestyle of worship. We're very active on Instagram. Also, our website is constantly updated with new and fresh content that will both inspire and educate on all things worship. The Walk is brought to you by Worship Leader Magazine, an Authentic Media brand. More episodes can be found here: https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/. - - - - - - Who is Cheri Keaggy?  https://cherikeaggy.com/ Since the release of her self-titled 1994 Sparrow Records debut, Child of the Father, Cheri Keaggy has been writing and performing songs that have helped listeners around the world give voice to their worship of God. She has released nine albums; garnered nine #1 singles; and was honored with a Dove Award in 1998 for Special Event Album of the Year for God With Us: A Celebration of Christmas Carols and Classics. Her signature songs include “My Faith Will Stay,” “Make My Life An Altar,” “Open My Heart” and “You, Oh Lord, Are My Refuge,” while her “In Remembrance Of Me” and “There Is Joy In The Lord” have been sung in churches around the globe. She has also spoken at women's events and conferences across the country. Her most recent recording, What I Know To Be True, released earlier this summer and was co-produced by Phil Keaggy.

"The Christian life is a fight against a never ending struggle against evil. It is not an earthly military campaign, but a spiritual battle." Can you imagine being in jail and knowing that you are “at the end of your journey?” Paul was awaiting his death and looking back at his life and taking stock when he wrote 2 Timothy. “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” 2 Timothy 4:7 This episode is an encouragement to all Believers to finish the race and keep the faith. Charles encourages listeners to first recognize that there's a daily battle going on for your soul. Put on the armor daily. Next, to run towards the presence of God and live in the moment with the Holy Spirit as your guide. Let's not leave this world with regrets, but instead run the race for Christ as if each day is your last so we can “finish well.” The Walk is brought to you by Worship Leader Magazine , an Authentic Media brand. More episodes can be found here: https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/.  More About Charles Billingsley  https://www.charlesbillingsley.com/  From the stages of Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center to numerous events and conferences around the country, Charles Billingsley has been one of Christian music's most distinctive artists for nearly 30 years. Beginning his career as a lead vocalist for GRAMMY®-nominated genre giant NewSong, Billingsley has since headlined more than 3,200 concerts, released 24 recordings as a solo artist, and garnered seven #1 Inspirational radio hits. Charles and his wife, Shae, have been married for 28 years and they have two sons, Caleb and Cooper.  

How would you react if the doctor said to you, “it's cancer?” Can the lyrics of a song increase our faith and lead us to healing? “I'm not going to let anything stop me from what God's called me to do.” Joth Hunt, from Planetshakers, tells us the story of the biggest challenge he's ever faced which hit him just 7 days before a trip to Manilla, Philippines to minister at a conference. More episodes can be found here : https://worshipleader.com/all-podcasts/  Who is Joth Hunt? Born into a musical family, Joth's love for all things musical emerged at a very young age and drove him to learn multiple instruments to a high level of competence. He later developed a passion for songwriting and producing music that equipped him for his ‘call' to write, produce and lead praise and worship with the Planetshakers Band—both in Australia and all around the world. Joth is a much sought-after and influential musician who operates powerfully in his God-given gift and is anointed to bring a ‘fresh' sound of praise and worship that transcends culture and creates environments for spiritual breakthrough. He has faithfully served in the Planetshakers ministry since 2007 and has invested in and influenced the lives of many aspiring musicians, singers and creatives— all around the world.

Kurtis Parks is a father and husband, a church planter, a worship leader, an author*, and a songwriter. We are blessed that he had the time to share this incredible devotional with us all about faith. Christians can always use a little bit more faith and it's a topic that, no matter how many times it's covered in any format, it's relevant. Sometimes God rewards our faith with tangible experiences that we can't deny are a result of His intervention. This episode has just such a story and it will truly blow your mind. God is so good and so alive. Today's episode is one of those worth listening to…twice. More about our podcast can be found on Worship Leader's website. https://www.kurtisparks.com/bio Scripture References Hebrews 12:26-29 About Our Sponsor - Next Sunday https://bit.ly/3P71uFw Will future generations find a church worth fighting for? A great reckoning is underway in the church today: a naming and exposing of the exclusivity, abuse, racism, patriarchy, and unchecked power that have marked evangelical Christianity for far too long. What kind of church will emerge on the other side? Like many families, the Beaches have been wrestling with this question. Together, Nancy and Samantha represent two generations: Nancy, a boomer, was a key player in the megachurch movement that revolutionized global ministry during the '80s and '90s, while Samantha, a millennial, is willing to abandon those massive buildings and celebrity cultures and find out whether the foundation holds. Each chapter offers their individual experiences and perspectives on a challenge facing the church and considers the way forward. Filled with deep introspection and keen insight, Next Sunday is a vulnerable conversation about what the church has been—and what it can be. Go here for more on the book: https://www.ivpress.com/next-sunday https://bit.ly/3P71uFw *Our website is supported by our users. We sometimes earn affiliate commissions when you click through the affiliate links on our website. Contact us with questions. More About Kurtis Parks Having written over 1200 songs in every genre since the age of 13, and being a worship leader since the age of 13, Kurtis truly understands the gift of music, and the potential for it's impact on our world today. Some may recognize him as a top 50 finalist on American Idol's fourth season. Kurtis has also appeared on the Fox Morning Show, BET's Bobby Jones Gospel Hour, and his song “Forever Changed”, written for his beloved Virginia Tech community after the April 2007 tragedy was featured on NBC News and CNN. His song “Burn it All Down” hit Billboard's Hot Gospel top 20, written with Joel Buckner, fellow worship leader. Kurtis wrote for and was featured on Integrity Music's “ONE a Worship Collective”, which hit #1 on Soundscan in it's first week in 2013. In Summer 2017, Kurtis was featured on the #1 album “The Emerging Sound Vol. 3”. With his latest solo release “Hymn Like” Kurtis hit Billboard Christian charts, and the songs are making their way to audiences of all ages, and churches of all styles. Many of his worship choruses are being sung around the world in churches every weekend. Read more…

Laura has spent the last 20 years singing anywhere between 15 and 18 hours a week at the International House of Prayer in Kansas City. Her sets are two hours at a time and they mostly sing spontaneously from the Bible. Every day they pick a passage as a team and turn that into a worship set. With that much time in prayerful worship, Laura has so much to share with our audience of Worship Teams and Worshippers, but in this episode she shares how the Lord taught her to sing her way into the truth. A special thanks goes out to Eric Volz from Arrowhead Music for connecting us with Laura. More about this podcast on WorshipLeader.com. About Laura Hackett Park A recording artist, songwriter and worship leader, Laura Hackett Park currently resides in Kansas City with her husband and fellow songwriter, Jonas Park, and their three small children. She writes and leads worship songs for congregations across the world and has led weekly at the International House of Prayer in Kansas City since 2003. To date, she has led close to 10,000 hours of live worship sets.