Worship Podcast
It’s always a treat to talk with Jon Egan. Jon has been the Worship Pastor at New Life Church in Colorado Springs for 18 years. For so many years he’s written incredible songs for the church like I Am Free, Overcome, and so many others. His new record “Unveil” is one of my favorites over the last couple years.
In this conversation we talk about longevity in ministry, the heart behind the album, leading with strength and vulnerability, and so much more.
Enjoy!
Is it just songs? Is it just smooth transitions? Is it just preaching? Are we satisfied with just a tight service?
No. There is much more at stake. There is so much more.
God is moving. Say it out loud. Believe it. Breathe it. The Holy Spirit is at work, awakening hearts to the glory of God.
When you realize what is at stake, you lead differently. You lean in with more anticipation. The mundane becomes not so mundane. Boredom flees. Because even the most routine of tasks are filtered through the work of the Holy Spirit.
Next time you step out on stage, make these confessions:
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There was a book I read in college that challenged me deeply. It was called Thriving As an Artist in the Church. It was pastoral, wise, and carried compassion for both artists and pastors.
Then I went on to read a prior book called The Heart of the Artist. Both books were by this guy Rory Noland. And today we have the privilege of hearing from this legend.
We talk church, contemplative worship, spiritual formation, leading artists, and more.
Straight fire!
What insecurities are holding you back? I find this to be a helpful question in every season of life and ministry.
Sometimes we are engaged in work outside of our gifting, but more often than not, our insecurities are keeping us from what is possible. Our challenge is a miracle zone where the power of God can shine.
So what story is holding you back?
Worship Leaders, it’s time to rise up. It’s time to fully step into what God is doing.
You have a calling not just to pick songs and maintain services, but to be a prophetic sound in your city, in your region. I know that may sound mystical and strange. But it’s true.
You need to do the deep work.
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Was great to welcome Manuel Luz to the podcast this week. We dive deep into his new book, Honest Worship, and what that means for Worship Pastors. This is a below the surface, deep dive into what is most important for worship pastors.
So good!