The Walk: A Devotional Podcast from Worship Leader Magazine

📘 Show Notes What if God gave you seven dreams that changed everything? In this raw and Spirit-filled episode of The Walk , worship leader and recording artist Skye Reedy (Nashville, TN) shares how God spoke to her through prophetic dreams, Scripture, and the challenges of new motherhood. From touring while pregnant to writing worship songs in the kitchen, Skye reveals how obedience in the wilder...

“I thought I had my whole plan mapped out. His plan was better.” In this deeply personal episode of The Walk , Lexi Fromm—President of Worship Leader Magazine and daughter of Maranatha! Music pioneer Chuck Fromm—shares a powerful testimony of disrupted plans, painful losses, and unexpected callings. From law school ambitions to taking the reins of a ministry in the wake of...

This week on The Walk , worship leader and Christian artist Magen Thurman shares a powerful and deeply personal testimony of surrender, identity, and rediscovering the voice of God in the wilderness. After years of leading worship and raising a family, Magen stepped away from recording—only to be called back in 2025 with a renewed fire and a deeper understanding of what it truly means to wal...

Kurtis Parks has lived a remarkable worship journey—spanning rock bands, publishing deals, pastoral ministry, and now serving as a worship pastor in Richmond, VA. A former American Idol contestant and songwriter of over 1,200 songs, Kurtis shares his deeply personal transformation from chasing fame to fully surrendering his life to Jesus through the power of the Holy Spirit. In this testimon...

Join us for a moving conversation with worship leader and songwriter Jenn Chenoweth as she shares her journey from childhood ministry roots to battling chronic pain, and how it all shaped her voice, heart, and theology of worship. A Southeastern University alum and respected leader, Jenn brings honesty, depth, and grace to everything she touches—including her new worship project Out to Get M...

In this powerful episode of The Walk , Clark Beckham shares how his journey from American Idol finalist to soul-stirring singer-songwriter has been shaped by faith, marriage, and the tension between performance and worship. From discovering his vocal identity post-puberty to leading with spiritual integrity in mainstream music, Clark reveals why surrender—not skill—is the true key to t...

In this unforgettable episode of The Walk , Lecrae shares the powerful story behind his latest album, Reconstruction , and the spiritual overhaul that brought it to life. From religious trauma in his upbringing to near-death experiences that led him back to Christ, Lecrae opens up about the cost of being a cultural bridge between faith and the world. Whether you're a worship leader, artist, or any...

In this unforgettable episode of The Walk , Colton Dixon shares a deeply personal journey from industry pressure to spiritual renewal. From his breakout moment on American Idol to chart-topping songs and even launching a fragrance, Colton’s story reveals the tension between platform and purpose. But it's his candid reflections on anxiety, fatherhood, and the call to authenticity that will st...

📄 Episode Summary / Show Notes In this unforgettable episode of The Walk , Melanie Penn shares her winding journey from Broadway stages to Redeemer’s worship ministry under Tim Keller, and ultimately to her calling as a Christian singer-songwriter. From striving for identity in the performing arts to discovering true worth in Christ, Melanie opens up about the divine redirection that led to...

Ian Simkins: Faithfulness Over Platform in the Age of Distraction In this powerful episode of The Walk , pastor and communicator Ian Simkins shares how God has shaped his calling through quiet faithfulness, spiritual formation, and the tension between comfort and the cross. From preaching his first sermon at 16 to leading The Bridge Church outside of Nashville, Ian opens up about raising sons, res...

Jamie MacDonald: How God Used Grief to Give Me My Voice Back In this raw and hope-filled episode of The Walk , breakout artist Jamie MacDonald shares how God met her in the depths of loss to restore her voice—both literally and spiritually. From being silenced as a child to standing on the K-LOVE Fan Awards stage, Jamie reflects on the years of hidden healing, background vocals, and divine t...

Finding God’s Presence in Fear and Family In this moving episode of The Walk , Bethel Music worship leaders Paul and Hannah McClure share their journey of faith, worship, and family. From their roots as teenage worship leaders in North Carolina to writing anthems like I Belong to Jesus and Even Though I Walk , the McClures open their hearts about walking through miscarriage, confronting fear...

In this unforgettable episode of The Walk , legendary sibling trio The Archers —Tim and Stephen—sit down to reflect on their 50-year journey through ministry, music, and the message of Jesus. From the Jesus Music movement to Grammy stages, and now to a brand-new live album, Legacy Live , the Archers remind us why truth-filled songs still matter. Whether you're a worship leader, an arti...

In this powerful follow-up episode, Dr. Laura Sanger returns to explore the healing power of 444 Hertz and how sound frequencies affect our spiritual and physical health. A clinical psychologist and prophetic teacher, Dr. Sanger explains how tuning to heaven’s frequency can reduce stress, promote DNA healing, and release the presence of God through worship. Whether you're a worship leader, c...

🎧 The Walk Ep. 139 Worship, Sound Frequencies, and Spiritual Warfare with Dr. Laura Sanger In this eye-opening episode of The Walk , Dr. Laura Sanger—clinical psychologist, theologian, and author—joins us to explore how worship, frequencies, and spiritual warfare are deeply intertwined. From the origins of music in heaven to the weaponization of sound in culture, Dr. Sanger challenges...

“Finding God in the PTSD” In this emotionally raw and deeply hopeful episode of The Walk , award-winning Christian pop punk artist Grace Graber shares her journey from suicidal silence to spiritual breakthrough. Raised as a pastor’s kid and bullied for her faith, Grace developed undiagnosed PTSD that nearly took her life as a teenager. But one Christian rock song—heard in a...

"When Worship Is One Degree Off" In this spiritually stirring episode of The Walk , worship consultant and author Mark Mattingly explores the quiet but critical shifts that can occur in a worship leader’s life when alignment with God drifts—even by just one degree. Drawing from his 52-week devotional The Power of One Degree , Mark shares how seemingly small compromises in heart, postur...

Episode Summary: "More of God, Not More Stuff" In this compelling episode of The Walk , bestselling author and Amazima Ministries founder Katie Davis Majors shares her extraordinary story of surrender, faith, and finding satisfaction in Christ alone. At just 18, Katie left behind the comforts of suburban Nashville to serve in Uganda, where God would lead her to adopt 13 children and launch a minis...

The Walk with Lizzie Morgan “Letting the Alabaster Break” In this intimate and moving episode of The Walk , worship leader and singer-songwriter Lizzie Morgan opens up about surrender, family legacy, and finding true fulfillment in Jesus. From her beginnings in her grandparents’ church in Hendersonville, Tennessee, to touring with Maverick City Music and Lauren Daigle, Lizzie sha...

The Walk: Dan Dean Devotional – “More Than Music, More Than Ministry”Episode Summary In this powerful episode of The Walk , Dan Dean—longtime pastor, songwriter, and founding member of Phillips, Craig & Dean—shares the heart behind his new solo album More and the journey that led him there. Recorded after stepping down as lead pastor of Heartland Church, More repr...

Naomi Raine Devotional: Writing with Purpose, Living with Integrity In Part 2 of our conversation with Naomi Raine, we go beyond the music to explore the heart, the wrestle, and the rest behind her calling. Naomi opens up about the songwriting process, the tension between character and gifting in the Church, and why integrity matters now more than ever in Christian music. She also shares tender re...

Becoming Who God Says You Are In this deeply personal episode of The Walk , Grammy-winning worship leader Naomi Raine opens up about identity, calling, and what keeps her rooted when the noise of the platform gets loud. Known for her raw vocal power and prophetic leadership with Maverick City Music, Naomi goes behind the curtain to share the spiritual practices and real-life friendships that keep...

“Worship That Encounters a Person, Not Just a Feeling” In this heartfelt episode of The Walk , Seph Schlueter invites us into the deeper story behind his music and ministry. Known for his viral hit Counting My Blessings , Seph shares how his journey with God has been marked not by platform, but by presence. From his earliest experiences of God's nearness in worship to the raw wrestling...

🎙️ Ella Schnacky Devotional: The Power of God’s Resume Episode 130 of The Walk Podcast Description: In this powerful devotional episode, worship leader and Jay Walkers songwriter Ella Schnacky shares how God’s past faithfulness can anchor us in today’s spiritual battles. From post-tour burnout to leading a women’s ministry, Ella offers real-life encouragement for worship le...

Choosing Purpose Over Platform: Jeremy Rosado on Obedience, Sacrifice, and God’s Timing What happens when God calls you to lay down your dream—just as it’s coming true? In this raw and inspiring devotional, recording artist Jeremy Rosado shares his remarkable journey from national stages ( American Idol , The Voice ) to full-time fatherhood and back again. Raised in a big Puerto...