Worship is my Weapon Podcast with Rita Springer

Rita joins designer Teressa Johnson in a breathtaking Italian villa for a week of creativity, beauty, and soul-deep conversation.  Together they explore how rest, art, and hospitality reveal God’s heart.  From floral design to faith, this episode captures the sacred beauty of slowing down and seeing God’s design in everything. A soulful reminder that God is the ultimate creator and beauty can be f...

As we close 2025, Rita shares a raw update on faith, fear, creativity, and the encounters with God that shaped her year.  She opens up about new music, the future of worship in an AI age, her Italy creative retreats, and why the “clearing” after the wilderness changes everything.  If you need renewal and vision heading into 2026, this episode is for you. If you're enjoying the show, please ra...

In this deeply honest episode, Rita sits down with Holly (Hollyn) and Dillon Wilson to talk about obedience when God’s direction makes no sense. From years of waiting, financial strain, identity loss, and unexpected provision, this conversation explores what happens when you surrender your calling, your timeline, and your definition of success. This is a story about faith formed in silence, and fr...

Worship legend Chris Tomlin joins Rita Springer for one of the most powerful and joy-filled conversations of the season. Chris shares the unbelievable story of how his calling began, the prophetic word that shaped his life, and how a 30-year journey with a mentor led him to the National Day of Prayer. They dive deep into worship songwriting, the battle between transcendence and deliverance songs,...

Worship leader and mainstream artist Fleurie (Lauren Sloat) joins Rita Springer for one of the most vulnerable conversations yet, identity, prophetic calling, fear of being seen, navigating the music industry, writing “dark” songs for TV, and discovering her true mission: being a light in unexpected rooms.  From Hillsong College to Barnes & Noble to massive trailers, Lauren shares how God keep...

Spoken word artist, pastor, and author Hosanna Wong joins Rita to share her incredible story, from growing up in San Francisco street church to becoming a global voice in evangelism.  They unpack authenticity, creativity, and the 6 major roadblocks that keep people from encountering God. This conversation will challenge how you see faith, calling, and the simplicity of the gospel. Get Hosanna&apos...

When Betty Joyce discovered her worship-leader husband’s affair, her entire world collapsed.  In this raw and powerful conversation, she and Rita unpack betrayal, gaslighting, grief, childhood wounds, red flags, and how God rebuilt her life from the ashes.  If you’ve ever questioned your worth, your sanity, or your future, this episode will breathe hope into you. If you're enjoying the show,...

Amber Smith, wife of former country artist Granger Smith, shares her powerful story of losing her son River in a tragic drowning accident, finding faith in the darkest valley, and learning how worship became her weapon against despair. In this heartfelt conversation with Rita Springer, they unpack grief, healing, and the miracle of hope that meets us in deep loss. This episode isn’t just for those...

Rita sits down with Candace Cameron Bure for one of the most honest conversations yet, about faith in Hollywood, the miracle that saved her marriage, and the moment she realized being “good” wasn’t enough.  From doubt and pressure to renewal and conviction, this episode will move you to tears and remind you that worship really is a weapon. Get Rise and Renew: A 30-Day Devotional Book by Candace Ca...

“He was battling demons on the dance floor — until Jesus stepped in.” Dancer, filmmaker, and worshipper Ryan Green joins Rita Springer for one of the most powerful conversations yet, a journey from darkness to divine purpose.  Ryan shares his journey from street dance and witchcraft to encountering God through movement. He and Rita reveal how creativity is more than talent, it’s a weapon of worshi...

Worship leader and songwriter Jennie Lee Riddle (writer of Revelation Song) opens up about her three-year journey of radical healing from breast cancer.  From saying no to surgery and chemo to building a Christ-centered wellness center, Jennie shares how obedience, holistic living, and the voice of God changed everything. A powerful story of faith, healing, and surrender. If you're enjoying t...

Rita Springer sits down with Leeland Mooring for a powerful conversation as Leeland shares movingly about his life and journey. His stories will keep you on the edge of your seat. They unpack Leeland’s early revival roots, the story behind “Lion and the Lamb,” the tension between artistry and worship, and how the church can return to the fear of the Lord and God’s manifest presence.  A deep, hopef...

Rita Springer celebrates the 100th episode of Worship Is My Weapon with special guest Lizzie Morgan. Lizzie shares her powerful journey, growing up in a musical church family, walking through her parents’ divorce, and discovering worship in a whole new way as a teenager. From touring with Lauren Daigle to serving with Maverick City Music, Lizzie opens up about what she’s learned about artistry, ac...

Rita Springer and Steffany Gretzinger dive deep into the fear of the Lord, what it really means, why the church has lost it, and why it’s the key to God’s covenant and presence.  From the dangers of performance-driven worship to the simplicity of childlike wonder, this raw and prophetic conversation calls believers back to reverence, purity, and true worship. If you're enjoying the show, plea...

Rita Springer sits down with pastor and friend Scott Volk, a Messianic Jew, to unpack what it really means to walk in the fear of the Lord.  From Abraham and Moses to revival history and today’s church, they explore how awe, reverence, and surrender shape authentic faith. Scott shares 5 practical ways to grow in the fear of the Lord and why it leads to joy, freedom, and hope. If you're enjoyi...

In the wake of the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Rita Springer delivers a bold and timely wake-up call about the war on truth in our culture.  She shares why the Church can’t afford to stay quiet, how constant noise and distraction are numbing our prayer lives, and why intercession is urgently needed for this generation.  With honesty and passion, Rita points back to Jesus as the only unshakable...

Part Two of the “Fear of God” Series.  Rita Springer sits down with pastor and author Alex Seeley (The Belonging Co) for a raw and powerful conversation about the fear of the Lord.  Together, they unpack cultural Christianity, true salvation encounters, generational struggles, and how to move from worry-driven prayers to faith-filled trust. This episode will grip your heart and challenge and encou...

Part One of the “Fear of God” Series.  What does the Bible really mean when it says “the fear of the Lord”? Is it terror, punishment, and control, or is it something deeper? In this episode, Rita Springer unpacks the awe, reverence, wisdom, and protection hidden in the fear of God. She shares how misunderstanding this truth unsettles us, and how recovering it brings balance, discipline, and promis...

Rita Springer sits down with Seph Schlueter for a vulnerable and hope-filled conversation about worship, humility, and the unexpected global impact of “Counting My Blessings.”  They talk about ministry at Damascus, the power of community and accountability, walking through the pain of miscarriage, and discovering how worship becomes both a weapon and a healing balm in seasons of grief. This conver...

Art is alchemy, and Amanda Cook knows how to turn life’s highs and lows into something holy. Rita Springer sits down with Amanda Cook for a raw, funny, and deeply insightful conversation about songwriting, faith, and the creative life. Together they pull back the curtain on the heart and mind of an artist, exploring the tension between ego and humility, the struggles of imposter syndrome, and the...

When tragedy strikes and the questions go unanswered, where is God? In this deeply vulnerable solo episode, Rita Springer reflects on the recent Kerrville, Texas flood and the devastating loss of young lives at a Christian summer camp. Through the lens of worship, parenting, and faith, she wrestles with the timeless question: "Why does God allow suffering?" With raw honesty and deep spir...

Derek Winkley, musician, writer and music producer, joins Rita Springer for a powerful conversation about music, ministry, and the unspoken tensions in the Christian industry. From his early years playing drums in the Black church to producing worship music across cultural lines, Derek shares his heart on creativity, race, ego, and why he’s determined to end well.  If you're an artist, worshi...

In this deeply honest solo episode, Rita Springer opens her heart about what it means to wait on God when the answers don’t come quickly, or at all.  From wrestling with disappointment to encountering the overwhelming love of the Lord, she shares powerful personal stories, spiritual insight, and a reminder that God’s names are still enough, even when life feels like a dead end. Whether you're...

This conversation that will transform how you approach worship.  In this soul-stirring conversation, Leonard Ray Jam joins Rita Springer to unpack the sound of true worship, the weight of stewarding a gift, and why Jesus, not platform, is the reward. From prophetic frequencies to the call for purity in worship, this episode will shift your perspective and deepen your hunger for God's presence...

In this heartfelt solo episode, Rita Springer speaks candidly about the recent allegations surrounding Michael Tait and the broader issues plaguing the Christian music industry. With decades of experience as a worship leader, Rita addresses the painful reality of sin, the importance of confession, and the role of mercy, even when justice is necessary. She challenges the industry, the church, and b...