Worship Online Podcast (For Worship Leaders)

In episode 82 we are joined by one of the most genuine, selfless and talented members of the Worship Online team, Matt Podesla! Matt is an incredible guitarist who's played for artists such as Matt Redman, Chris Tomlin, John Mark McMillan and currently tours with Matt Maher. You also may have seen him on our site teaching guitar tutorials! Today we are talking about pouring into the next generatio...

How many times have you heard a worship song and thought, "This. Is. For. Me". How does something like that happen? How do our deepest fears and regrets somehow manifest through another person's song? Today we are back with award-winning songwriter, Amanda Lindsey Cook, to talk about how our pain, insecurity and doubt can be redeemed through music. Songs like, "You Make Me Brave", "Closer", and "I...

Today we are so honored to be joined by special guest and friend, Benjamin Forehand. Benjamin is an absolutely incredible guitarist and has played for or recorded with artists such as Bethel Music, Israel Houghton, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Nicki Minaj and Matt Redman, just to name a few. Episode 80 is by far one of the most raw and real episodes to date. "So often we find ourselves worshipping the min...

Today we are so honored to be joined by Amanda Lindsey Cook! Amanda is an absolutely incredible worship leader, songwriter and award-winning artist. She's been with the Bethel family for over 10 years and has written so many amazing songs including "You Make Me Brave", "Starlight", "I Will Exalt" and "Closer", just to name a few. Today we get to hear firsthand how she's been able to effectively le...

This week we're finishing our conversation from last week all about how to successfully lead your worship team! Often times, motivating your team is the hardest part. Getting them to practice, confirm on Planning Center, show up on time, all of the little things that can easily take away from your team's purpose. In episode 78, we're back with worship leader, Katelyn Hill, to talk practical ways t...

Now more than ever, it's easy for worship leaders to compare themselves. Especially when we see so many other worship leaders touring, making albums, leading from a larger platform . . . we even have celebrity worship leaders! In episode 77, we are joined by worship leader Katelyn Hill from Journey Church in Franklin, TN, to talk about breaking the vicious cycle of comparison in the church. Even w...

This week we are honored to be joined by singer/songwriter and worship leader, Pat Barrett! Pat Barrett is one of the lead singers of Housefires and has written countless hits including "Build my Life", "The Way" and "Good Good Father". He's also the very first artist to be signed to Chris Tomlin's new label through which he released his first ever solo album. In episode 76, we're talking all abou...

In episode 75 (yes we've already done 75 episodes!) we are joined by Chris Brink, the owner of Rooted Music school in Alpharetta, GA. At Rooted, their mission is to create a safe environment where students are able to gain an individually tailored, deeper musical understanding through purposeful teaching and community. In this week's episode we are talking about practical ways to musically and spi...

This week we are joined by worship leader and songwriter, Jon Egan! Jon Egan has been serving at New Life Church in Colorado Springs for over 18 years and is one of the founders of the Desperation Conference as well as Desperation Band. He's written incredible songs including "On The Throne," "My Savior Lives," "Overcome," and "I Am Free" just to name a few.   In episode 74, Jon shares how he's be...

This week we're joined by worship leader, songwriter and author, Brian Johnson! Brian Johnson is an incredible worship leader who spearheaded the creation of Bethel Music & WorshipU. He's been integral in the production of over 15 worship albums, and has written many game changing songs such as "Have it All" "Living Hope" "One Thing Remains," and "No Longer Slaves", just to name a few. In episode...

In episode 72, we are honored to be joined by special guest Daniel Jones! Daniel has been playing drums his entire life and currently tours with For KING & COUNTRY. So many of us obsess over the end goal, but it's really the journey that is the destination. Today we are jumping in to discuss our seasons of failure, growth, and waiting. It's so important that even when you don't see any opportunity...

In episode 71, we're tackling one of the most controversial topics right now,  @preachersnsneakers!     For those who haven't heard the hype, around a month ago an Instagram account was created showcasing influential church leaders next to a screenshot of the possible resale value of their shoes. Some of which were up to $5,500 resale value.      Naturally, the internet broke and comments about th...

What does it take to raise up the next generation of worship leaders? Today we are joined by Aaron Keyes, founder and leader of Ten Thousand Fathers worship school. His heart and vision is to "equip and empower leaders who can go back and change their communities' definition and experience of worship... and through this, we can change the world for His kingdom's sake." Don't miss this incredible e...

In Episode 69 we are joined by none other than Kristian Stanfill! Kristian Stanfill is currently the worship pastor at Passion City Church, and along with Brett Younker and  Melodie  Malone, leads the way as Passion Music. Passion is well known for the many songs for the church including Glorious Day, Lord I Need You & God, You're So Good.  Follow You Anywhere  is their latest album of worship son...

In Episode 68 we are honored to be joined by the newest member of the Worship Online team, Daniel Dauwe! Daniel is an incredible guitarist with years of experience as a touring musician and has played for artists such as Jason Upton and Bethel Music. Shameless plug! If you play guitar, be sure to check out his tutorials and sign up for a free account at www.worshiponline.com . Today we are diving...

How do you find your unique worship sound?! In episode 67, Brenton Miles and Jordan Holt (guitarist for Kari Jobe) cover 5 ways worship leaders and churches can begin to discover their individual sound in worship. We have plenty of churches singing covers, plenty of churches matching what Hillsong and Bethel are doing, but is that what God really wants from your church? God created us differently...

In episode 66 we are honored to be joined by songwriting legend, Krissy Nordhoff! Krissy is a staff songwriter with Integrity Music, co-founder of Brave Worship (ministry), and creator of the Worship Songwriter Mentorship online course.  She has had 3 Dove Award Nominations, and also won the Dove Award for Worship Song of the Year for a song she co-wrote called, "Your Great Name," which has impact...

Today we are joined by none other than London Gatch of Elevation Worship! In this episode, London shares all about her experience as a worship leader at Elevation Church for over 10 years, and how she is now stepping into a new season as a solo artist! Change is scary, especially when we have no idea what's around the corner, and no one knows that better than London Gatch. From her deep wisdom on...

So much of life is taking chances and hoping for the best, and it's the same way with our faith. The opposite of faith isn't just fear, it's comfort! When we take a step of faith, we step out of our comfort zone and into uncharted territory that tests our trust in God. And honestly, it's in these seasons where God is the most glorified. In episode 64, podcast hosts Brenton Miles & Libby Lewis are...

In Episode 63, we're diving deep into what it means to keep in step with the Holy Spirit, and walk out your spiritual gifts as a worship leader. This entire episode is based around scripture mainly from 1 Corinthians 14, so definitely read through that chapter if you haven't already. But today, hosts Brenton Miles & Libby Lewis are openly sharing their personal experiences with the Holy Spirit, an...

In Episode 62, we're answering YOUR questions. We sat down with our panel to answer some of the questions you've sent in. And we had a BLAST! In this episode, Libby Lewis, Jordan Holt, and Brenton Miles sit down to answer some of the top questions sent in by worship online podcast subscribers... and you won't believe how much fun we had! We talk worship, gear, in ear monitors, production... all of...

Whether you're a musician, worship leader, sound engineer, lighting director, or part of your production team at church, episode 61 is for you! We're back with our panel to discuss bridging the gap between sound team (production team) and worship team. The panel today is Jordan Holt (Guitarist - Kari Jobe, Cody Carnes, The Belonging Co - Blog Writer and Guitar instructor for Worship Online), Libby...

In Episode 60, we're back with our panel to discuss the importance of our expression as worship leaders and musicians - the physical expression of the spiritual reality of our praise and our worship. The panel today is Jordan Holt (Guitarist - Kari Jobe, Cody Carnes, The Belonging Co - Blog Writer and Guitar instructor for Worship Online), Libby Lewis (Worship Leader, Songwriter, and Worship Onlin...

In Episode 59, Brenton Miles and Libby Lewis sit down with Songwriter, Worship Leader, and Recording Artist Chris McClarney to talk about his journey as a songwriter, how he sees the global Church moving forward as the next generation of worshipers and worship leaders, and lessons learned over the past few years being involved with Bethel, Jesus Culture, and touring with countless others. For more...

Episode 58 is one to bookmark for future reference as hosts, Brenton Miles & Libby Lewis sit down with pop artist & songwriter Fleurie! Fleurie has been writing music for years and has been involved with music as a young girl growing up in church. After spending some time in Sydney at the Hillsong International Leadership College, she realized quickly that her dreams of being a worship pastor were...