I Can't Believe It's Worship!

What was so special about the incense that burned before the Lord? Why was its fragrance considered holy, and what does it reveal about prayer today? In this episode, Lester O and Lester S continue their journey through the Tabernacle as they explore the Altar of Incense. Together, they examine the unique composition of the sacred incense, why it was set apart exclusively for the worship of God, a...

What was the purpose of the Golden Lampstand in the Holy Place, and why was it crafted to resemble an almond tree? Could its design point beyond itself to the work of the Holy Spirit? In this episode, Lester O and Lester S continue their journey through the Tabernacle as they explore the significance of the Golden Lampstand. Together, they discuss its unique construction, the symbolism of its bran...

In this episode of I Can’t Believe It’s Worship!, Lester O and Lester S continue their journey through the Tabernacle by exploring the Table of Shewbread—its purpose, symbolism, and what it reveals about fellowship with God. Together, they discuss what the table may have looked like, the significance of the twelve loaves continually set before the Lord, and how this mysterious furnishing points to...

In this episode of I Can’t Believe It’s Worship!, Lester O and Lester S continue the journey through the Tabernacle by exploring the significance of the Brazen Laver. Positioned between the altar and the Holy Place, the laver was a place of washing and preparation before ministering before God. Together, the Lesters unpack the symbolism behind its reflective surface, the deeper meaning of cleansin...

In this episode of I Can’t Believe It’s Worship! , Lester O and Lester S explore the first article encountered in the Tabernacle’s outer court—the brazen altar . Before anything else, before drawing near, before entering deeper into God’s presence, there was sacrifice . This conversation unpacks the meaning and symbolism of the altar, revealing how it powerfully points to Christ and His finished w...

In this episode of I Can’t Believe It’s Worship! , Lester O and Lester S take a step back to explore the overarching structure of the Tabernacle —not in its intricate details, but in its big-picture design and layout . The episode also reflects on the arrangement of the tribes around the Tabernacle , and the idea—often discussed—that from a bird’s-eye view, the camp may resemble a cross-like forma...

In this episode of I Can’t Believe It’s Worship! , Lester O and Lester S unpack what it truly means to “enter into” the presence of God as worship ministers. If believers are now the temple of the Holy Spirit , how should we understand the language of entering in? Are we stepping into a place… or stepping into awareness? What changes when we recognise that God already dwells within His people? Tog...

In this episode of I Can’t Believe It’s Worship! , Lester O and Lester S journey through the biblical history of the presence of God —from Eden to the Tabernacle, from the Temple to Christ, and into the life of the Church today. Together, they unpack the profound significance of the Tabernacle as God’s chosen dwelling place among His people and wrestle with a sobering truth: a holy God desires to...

In this episode of I Can’t Believe It’s Worship! , Lester O and Lester S sit down with Siska Sands , Youth Pastor at Faith Community Church , to talk about the sacred responsibility of raising the next generation of worshippers. Siska shares about Kinetic , the youth ministry at FCC, and her personal journey into full-time ministry. Having overseen youth worship for many years while serving as pas...

In Part 2 of this two-part conversation, Lester O and Lester S continue their discussion with Dave Wong , Worship Pastor at Faith Community Church , turning the focus toward long-term leadership and ministry sustainability . This episode explores the practical decisions that shape a worship ministry over time—how a song library is curated and refreshed, the process of recruiting and inducting new...

Season 2 of I Can’t Believe It’s Worship! begins with a practical and behind-the-scenes conversation as Lester O and Lester S are joined by Dave Wong , Worship Pastor at Faith Community Church , for Part 1 of a two-part series on building worship team culture . This episode explores the everyday spaces where culture is actually formed— rehearsals, pre-briefs, debriefs, green room conversations bet...

In this episode of I Can’t Believe It’s Worship! , Lester O and Lester S sit down with Dave Wong , Worship Pastor at Faith Community Church , for an honest conversation about life, leadership, and ministry behind the scenes. Dave shares his personal journey into full-time ministry , reflecting on the moments that shaped his calling and the path that led him into worship leadership. Together, they...

In this special episode of I Can’t Believe It’s Worship! , Lester O and Lester S sit down with Ps. Benny Ho , the immediate past Senior Pastor of Faith Community Church , where he led for over 20 years through a season of remarkable growth. Now serving as Leadership Mentor , Ps. Benny continues to invest in leaders through Love Singapore , Arrows College , and Arrows Resources , and is widely reco...

In the final part of our Worship on Mission mini-series, Lester O and Lester S share from the heart as they reflect on the missional half of our worship trip to Japan. From stepping into an elementary school to share the gospel with 180 students , to singing at a café , hosting a music event for adult English learners , and witnessing open hearts respond to the message of Jesus — this leg of the j...

In Part 3 of our Worship on Mission mini-series, Lester O and Lester S sit down to reflect on the ministry highlights from the first half of our worship missions trip to Japan. We talk about the worship seminars that were held at Hope Christ Church in Kagoshima , the combined worship seminar in Miyazaki that brought together believers from multiple churches, and the meaningful time spent ministeri...

In Part 2 of our Worship on Mission mini-series, Lester O and Lester S speak with Pastor Matsumoto , senior pastor of Hope Christ Church in Kagoshima, Japan . A first-generation Christian, Pastor Matsumoto shares his powerful testimony of salvation and his journey into pastoral ministry—how God called him to shepherd His people in a land where the gospel is still taking root. We discuss the curren...

In the first episode of our Worship on Mission mini-series, Lester O and Lester S sit down with Kevin , a missionary from Perth, Western Australia, who left behind life as a banker and barista to serve in Kagoshima, Japan . Kevin shares his journey of being called to Japan, the preparations and challenges of missions, and what it means to live out worship as a living sacrifice in a nation where le...

Hosts Lester O and Lester S sit down with Pastor Daniel Yan , Senior Pastor of Faith Community Church , for a candid conversation about worship and disciple-making. Pastor Dan shares the personal journey that led him to shepherd FCC and explains what makes the church’s disciple-making identity unique. Together they explore big questions: Shouldn’t disciple-making be central to every church? Why do...

Join hosts Lester O and Lester S as they recap and relive Worship Together 2025 , an unforgettable night organised by Rev Dr Michael Battersby and The King’s Worship Academy . Worshippers from across Perth gathered with hearts wide open, and we were joined by four inspiring guest worship leaders— Fiona Jones , Christian Nafie , Ned Davies , and Jade-Lori . Each guest shared the story behind their...

What happens when a hundred voices come together to worship as one? In this special episode, we take you behind the scenes of the inaugural FCC 100 Choir —from the heart-stirring idea, to the powerful moment it all came together on stage. Join Lester O and Lester S as they share how the plan was born, what the journey looked like, and how God moved through the people who said “yes.” You’ll also he...

What role do instruments play in worship? The Hebrew word Zamar points us to the practice of praising God through music—literally making melody on instruments as an act of worship. In this final episode of the Hebrew Praise Words series, Lester O and Lester S explore the meaning of Zamar , its biblical roots, and how instrumental music shapes our expressions of praise today.

Is there a place for loud praise in worship? Shabach —a Hebrew word for praise—reveals that sometimes, worship looks like a victorious shout. It’s bold, it’s loud, and it declares God’s power with confidence. Join Lester O and Lester S as they explore the meaning of Shabach and discuss how expressive praise is not only biblical, but sometimes necessary.

What does it mean to bless the Lord—and how is that different from praise? The Hebrew word Barak offers a rich picture of worship that involves kneeling, humility, and reverence before God. In this episode, Lester O and Lester S unpack the meaning of Barak and how this posture of worship reshapes our understanding of what it means to praise and bless the Lord.

Why is singing commonplace in the Christian faith? Is it biblically or culturally anchored? Tehillah lends some insight into this aspect of praising God with our singing. Join Lester O and Lester S in this episode as they break down Tehillah and what it means to praise God with our singing!

"Hallelujah" is used often in our churches, but do we understand the meaning of it's root "halal"? What does it mean to boast in the Lord? How is this distinct from the other Hebrew words for praise? Join Lester O and Lester S in this episode as they uncover a Hebrew word that possibly brings our worship and evangelism on a beautiful collision course!