While during this podcast, Pastor Joel (and friends) unpack various songs that we sing on Sundays during corporate worship, this podcast isn't simply for those who are a part of planning those songs. In fact, this podcast is for the mom of 3 who wants to make sure that her kids are hearing clear and true doctrine, as well as the young professional who doesn't want to only sing what's on the radio. We all need to do what the old children's song says and "be careful little ears what you hear."
Welcome or welcome back! My name is Cliff, and I'm the new Theology of Music podcast host. I'm excited to get to know you as we have discussions around the theology of the music we use in corporate worship settings. Dr. Miller and I will discuss corporate worship's vertical and horizontal aspects in this episode. Support the Show.
In this episode, Joel discusses the good and bad trends within the reformed and more charismatic churches. Additionally, Joel gives his last encouragement and exhortation to the listeners of this podcast. Joel's IG: https://www.instagram.com/joelconwell/Joel's FB: https://www.facebook.com/joel.arcieri/Band FB: https://www.facebook.com/thegracecollective757Band IG: https://www.instagram.com/thegracecollective757/Leadership Company Podcast link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0aydKPPGApkSupport the show
In this episode, Joel touches on a hot topic this year - whether churches should cancel services when Christmas falls on Sunday and how the song "Joy to the World" can inform our decisions. Support the show
In this episode, Joel lists the reasons why the podcast is coming to an end and what the last few weeks will look like. Support the show
In the last guest episode of the year, Joel sits down with Singer-Songwriter, Jackie Minton, to discuss how God continually utilized a certain Scripture to call her to make big leaps of faith and trust in His provision as well as the story behind her new song "Wherever I Go."Support the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with Daniel Mulkey to talk about what it was like trusting God during a season of unemployment, serving in the church without agenda, and how our wives told us when they were pregnant again!Support the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with Anna Smith who is the daughter of World-famous Christian Artist, Michael W Smith. In this episode, Joel and Anna talk about what it's like growing up with a famous dad, being jaded by hypocrisy in the Church, and how she found healing after a terrible divorce through writing plays.Support the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with another fantastic worship leader and songwriter, Mitch Langley. They talk all about how God can use even the most wayward of sinners and bring them to a place where He uses them to spread His name. GPS: God. People. Stories.God works in people's lives in amazing ways every day. Listen to some of those stories...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with Worship Leader and Singer-Songwriter Hunter Fraser to talk about how he focused on God when faced with debilitating sickness, why he continues to write, and what unites us as Christian musicians and songwriters. GPS: God. People. Stories.God works in people's lives in amazing ways every day. Listen to some of those stories...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with the incredibly impressive Ronnie Martin who is the co-host of The Happy Rant Podcast, pastor of Substance Church, singer-songwriter with a Christmas Album just released, Producer, and Author of a recent Advent Devotional, among other things. In this discussion, Joel and Ronnie talk about how God guided him and worked in him to get him to this place with so many things going on as well as why the Pastor is an underserved leader in the church. Support the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with Brittany Batson who is a designer, model, singer-songwriter, and worship leader to discuss all things Christians impacting culture. Whether it's being a designer, worship leader, or whatever it is - Brittany states that we Christians are not impacting the culture around us as we could. A Matter of Faith: A Presby PodcastThe podcast where we respond to your questions about faith, justice and church life.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with Dan Slater, who is a singer-songwriter from Traverse City, MI. During the episode, Joel and Dan talk about why it is so important for youth to be plugged into a youth group worship team and what has influenced our music styles. Support the show
In this episode, Joel looks back on the last few weeks, the songwriter's retreat, the time with his family, and how God used a song by one of the pro-writers at the retreat to break down some sinful patterns. Support the show
In this episode, Joel opens up the mailbag and answers questions from you all after airing 100 episodes and then takes a look at one of his favorite CityAlight songs, "Christ Is Mine Forevermore."Support the show
In this episode, Joel and Cliff celebrate 100 episodes of Theology of Music by discussing Cliff's near-death experience. Support the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with acclaimed Christian Illustrator, Stephen Crotts, to talk about how he got started as an illustrator, how he got his big break, what influences his style, and balancing being in the world but not of the world! Support the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with Dove-Award Winning Artist, Yancy Richmond, to talk about her new book, "Sweet Sound: The Art of Discipling Your Kids In Worship", how she got into being a Christian Artist who writes and performs music for kids, and what it was like to win a Dove Award after all these years!Support the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with American Idol contestant, published author, acclaimed worship artist, and all-around incredible man, Kurtis Parks. They discuss things like how chasing fame as a Christian artist is just as empty as it seems, what it's like now after he had his "prodigal Son" season, and why authentic community is that much more important to the Christian artist. Support the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with his good friend and author, Jeff Mingee, to discuss his latest book "Digital Dominion: Five Questions Christians Should Ask to Take Control of their Digital Devices", what that has to do with worship ministries, and how Pastors should utilize social media. Support the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with Leslie Jordan who used to be the other half of the incredibly impactful worship duo, All Sons & Daughters. Leslie has since switched gears and started to aid songwriters through her non-profit "The Fold" as well as through her role in Integrity Music. Leslie and Joel talk about worship leading after being a successful artist, why the music industry still feels icky, and how to create a positive songwriting experience, among other things! Link to Leslie's Website: https://www.lesliejordanmusic.com/Support the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with the man behind Forgotten Voyage, Scott Gayer, to talk about why he got into re-tuning hymns, why hymns seem to always be in the conversation for the best songs for congregational worship, what drives him as he continues to write unique and compelling melodies to old and lesser-known hymns, and what's next for him and forgotten voyage. Support the show
In this solo episode, Joel discusses wrestling with angst and impatience as a creative and entrepreneur-minded person, what the pros and cons are of being out of occupational ministry, and the act of finding your mantra (your worldview and your self-view combined).The Support the show
In this episode, Joel chats with meme-lord, musician, podcaster, and pastor, Jonathan Wright. They discuss topics ranging from, pastoring a small country church, being Instagram famous, running meme pages, embarrassing stories from when we were younger, and balancing your faith with fame. The outro is "So Real" by Natural StateSupport the show
In this episode, Joel links up with fellow podcaster and host of the Collide Kids Podcast, Christen Clark, to discuss her experience with ministry burnout, why she created her podcast, to begin with, and how she empowers the next generation to think with impact in mind!The outro is "So Real" by Natural StateSupport the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with acclaimed pianist, Tim Nicholson, who is also the husband of Sandra McCracken. during this episode, Joel and Tim talk about how Sabbaticals aren't a good thing for a Pastor and may actually signal some unhealthy rhythms, how worship music isn't really a genre, and trying to stay healthy! The outro is "So Real" by Natural StateSupport the show
In this week's podcast, Joel gets the wonderful chance to talk with Elias Dummer (The City Harmonic) about his history with Deconstruction, what the past few years were like for him as an artist/pastor/business owner, etc., and what motivates him as a content creator and musician now after all these years. The outro is "So Real" by Natural StateSupport the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with Critically Acclaimed Guitarist, Zach White, who writes and performs his own music with his wife Maggie when he isn't being the main guitarist for Keith & Kristen Getty. Joel and Zach talk about when it's ok to show more performance in worship, what it's like being married to your bandmate, and why people seem to think that there is a hermeneutic for art in the scriptures. The song in the outro is "So Real" by Natural StateSupport the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with Halley and Dell from "Natural State" to talk about their new songs, what seems to be going on with leadership in the church these days, enabling people to have a space to be real and feel through their music, and their single "So Real.""So Real" by Natural State is the outro for this episode (stream it everywhere)Support the show
In this solo pod, Joel discusses how we should respond to mean comments and all types of critique, how that criticism can expose the double lives that we lead, how those double lives exhaust our souls, & what the song "Rising Sun" by All Sons & Daughters does to shine light on all those things. Support the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with Nathan Drake of Reawaken Hymns to discuss how Reawaken Hymns came to be, how God blessed him with much as he was faithful in the little, exploring hymns with a modern style, and our favorite Pop Punk/Emo bands!The song in the outro is Future Years by Jonathan David MiddletonSupport the show
In this episode, Joel sits down with an indie Christian artist and all-around wonderful guy, Jonathan David Middleton, to discuss seeking revival in Cape Town, South Africa, the beauty of how God made us able to physically engage with worship music, and seeking to restore and heal through song. Support the show
In this episode, Joel tries to give a response to the Hillsong documentary, the situation surrounding the John Macarthur Scandal, and to wrap up his discussion on whether there is hope for the American Church. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Melody Noel (Influence Music) talks with Joel about how she went from writing hits for secular artists to being a worship leader and running a worship label, entitlement in the church, and being a Disney princess. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Joel sits down with the musical genius that is Ryan Foglesong. Ryan is the Pastor of Corporate Worship at Grace Church in CA, an Adjunct Professor at Master's Seminary, an arranger and writer for Sovereign Grace Music, and one of the best bassists currently playing in Christian music. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Joel sits down with fellow podcaster and host of the Hymnology podcast, Sawyer Whittaker. Technical difficulties kept some of the conversations from making it to the finished file, but the conversation still covered wonderful topics like current worship culture, balancing the grind of podcasting and pastoring, and songwriting. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Joel sits down with the EVP of G3 Ministries, Scott Aniol, to discuss his viral article "Stop Singing Hillsong, Bethel, Jesus Culture, Elevation", about how music embodies theology, and how many reformed churches think they have the high-ground in this area but are falling in line with the same churches that they decry as heretical and unhelpful theologically. Scott Aniol has a website, a podcast, and many other ways to find his wonderful material. Be sure to check out his stuff after listening to this podcast!!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Kirk Sauers makes his triumphant return after starting Wood Drake Sessions and releases multiple singles. Joel and Kirk talk about the stories behind some of the singles like "Oh How Good To Be Together", why Jesus as King is so important for us to sing about, and being an artist in a post-pandemic age.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this part 1 of 2, Joel uses the old hymn by Frances R. Havergal (1874), "Take My Life And Let It Be" as a jumping-off point for discussing why he believes there is not much hope for the American Church as it stands today. Joel discusses things like Senior Pastor culture and the saturation of "one foot in, one-foot out-ism" within the church. Support below and follow on Instagram and Youtube.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Joel has the Joy of Being able to sit down with Zach Bolen from Citizens. In Tenderness, Zach talks about life before and after Mars Hill and how it has helped him Hail the King, Jesus! Sadly, technical difficulties cause Joel and Zach to cry "Oh God", "we are Living in a Land of Death!" Yet, through all the Madness of internet issues that all the Kids face Day by Day, Zach and Joel have a wonderful conversation ranging from Faith, Doubting Doubts, to the Mighty Hand of God, who is Greatly To Be Praised. We hope that you enjoy this episode! It won't be the last time Zach and Joel talk!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Joel is joined by indie artist, worship leader, and incredibly humble man of God, Todd McVicker, to talk about his new song "Even Here Love Comes", the story behind it, how often we can pastor/lead on autopilot, and why you should go on a missions trip.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Joel sits down with the Worship Pastor of Redeemer Bible Church in AZ, Jason Stinson. They talk about being balanced in our approach towards others, why it feels like so many people just want to divide within the church, and facing critics. Check out the full episode by becoming a member at the link below. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Joel sits down with some sisters in Christ across the pond and talks about why they started their podcast, their favorite hymns, and what their goals for the future are. Check out the ladies of Hymnpartial via their website hymnpartial.com Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Joel examines, the already timeless, hymn by Stuart Townend called "How Deep The Father's Love," and what it shows us about God's love displayed through Christ, whether God actually forsook Jesus on the cross, and the problem with us "reformed" people. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Joel sits down with Dr. Michael Rhodes, an Old Testament Professor at Carey Baptist College who has numerous published works and recently went viral when he tweeted about how he researched the top 25 worship songs and found a shocking discovery. Learn more about what he discovered and how God intends His people to care about justice differently than the world shows today. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Joel takes a look at the world-renowned worship song, "Shout To The Lord", released in 1993 and written by Darlene Zscheche. This song has been sung by millions and millions over all the years and still today. This song was even sung on American Idol at the height of its popularity! Take a listen and support the podcast through the links below. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theologyofmusic/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu9Yg11BfPKTODM98Hi6TfASupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Joel sits down with Dove Award-Winning and incredibly humble Christian artist, Meredith Andrews. Meredith and Joel discuss breaking free from the lie of self-importance that plagues many artists, the hardship of new seasons, the ache for rival in our nation, and surrendering to God.(This is only half of the whole episode, to access the full episode and other great content, become a member through the link below)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Joel examines the 2010 hit worship song, "How He Loves" released by original author John Mark McMillan in 2005 and unpacks why our lives lack meaning and power, uncomfortable lyrics, and gives shout-outs to the members who financially support the pod. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theologyofmusic/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu9Yg11BfPKTODM98Hi6TfASupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Joel gets to sit down with critically acclaimed songwriter, Jared Anderson, who wrote hit worship songs like "Great I Am" and "Rescue", which have been covered by many worship artists still today. Jared and Joel discuss rethinking what ministry looks like as life seasons change, the story behind "Great I Am", and how incredible the human voice is.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theologyofmusic/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu9Yg11BfPKTODM98Hi6TfASupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Joel takes a look back at this year and what happened in his own life, the life of this podcast, and our lives as a society. Along with the 2012 song by Dustin Kensrue called "All Glory Be To Christ", Joel also discusses what to do when we look back at a year and look forward to a new year. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theologyofmusic/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu9Yg11BfPKTODM98Hi6TfASupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Joel takes a look at the controversial Christmas Song "Mary Did You Know?" by Mark Lowry. This 1991 song has been a part of controversy every holiday season around churches because of the nature of the song and whether Mary did indeed, know. What do you think?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theologyofmusic/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu9Yg11BfPKTODM98Hi6TfA Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
In this episode, Joel unpacks the 2017 Christmas song by Hillsong worship called "Prince of Heaven", what is does well when talking about the realities of Christ's Incarnation, a brief overview of Kenotic Christianity, and what we should "lead" with when interaction with the world this Christmas season. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theologyofmusic/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu9Yg11BfPKTODM98Hi6TfA Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theologyofmusic)
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