Josh Erisman, Darren White

Beyond the Bridge

Religion EN ↓ 3 episodes

Beyond the Bridge is a podcast for worship leaders and church teams who want to go deeper than Sunday’s setlist. We talk worship music, songwriting, theology, leadership, creativity, and the real challenges of leading people in worship week after week. Each episode focuses on the real work of worship ministry; from planning, navigating team dynamics, and staying spiritually healthy while leading others. Whether you’re on stage, in the booth, or behind the scenes, Beyond the Bridge exists to equip, encourage, and remind you why you do what you do. Because worship doesn’t end at the bridge — it...

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Josh Erisman, Darren White

Episodes

S1, E3: What Is Worship? 05.05.2026 33:40

In this episode, we explore the meaning and significance of worship. Worship is defined as the act of offering honor, reverence , and devotion to God. The discussion highlights that true worship is not only what we say, but also how we live, referencing Romans 12:1 , which calls us to present our bodies as a living sacrifice to God. Finally, the episode examines the relationship between personal a...

S1, E2: The Worship Setlist (Song Selection) 24.03.2026 52:43

In this episode, we take a behind-the-scenes look at how worship songs are chosen each week and the intentional process that goes into crafting a meaningful Sunday experience. From aligning music with the sermon to considering the spiritual needs of the congregation, we discuss the balance between theology, flow, and familiarity. We also share practical insights on evaluating new songs, honoring w...

S1, E1: The Intro 29.01.2026 52:21

In the debut episode of Beyond the Bridge , hosts Josh and Darren set the foundation for the conversations to come. They share a bit about who they are, where they come from, and what led them to start Beyond the Bridge . With a mix of thoughtful insight and easygoing conversation, they outline the themes they’ll be tackling in future episodes, from personal growth and culture to challenging conv...