Beyond Sunday Worship

Worship Podcast

What The Next Generation of Worship Leaders Need

For those of us who have been leading worship for quite a while, it’s healthy to look back and see what we are leaving in our wake.

Because there’s a generation behind us that is observing, learning, and picking up what we’re putting down.

I don’t know about you, but I’ve been immersed in many viewpoints when it comes to corporate worship:

  • It’s all about flow.
  • It’s about structure.
  • It’s about excellence.
  • It’s about the Spirit.
  • It’s about good songs.
  • It’s about spontaneous songs.
  • It’s not about songs.
  • It’s about trendy.
  • It’s about hymns.

At one point we were all concerned if clicks and loops would hinder the moving of the Spirit.

I don’t think we’re in danger of not using enough click tracks and loops. The danger now is an over-dependence on them. It’s too easy for us to pull off songs with tight execution and call it done.

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#189: Phil Wickham on The Songwriting Process [Podcast]

When it comes to finding great songs for church, look no further than Phil Wickham. Phil’s songs have a theological depth and pop sensibility that get stuck in your head like no other. His new record, Living Hope, might be his best yet.

So I wanted to bring Phil on the show to talk about his journey, running, his local church, songwriting, and whatever else we talk about. It’s a good one, folks.

Enjoy!

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#188: Pat Barrett On Faith, Spontaneous Worship, & Stepping Out [Podcast]

There’s something about Pat Barrett’s voice and songs that have a re-centering effect – they call us to focus on what matters. Listening to his music makes me want to pick up the pen and write with a similar honesty, depth, and melodic sensibility.

A lot has happened since Pat was on the show a few years ago. We talk about life transition, new songs, memes, instagram accounts, worship leading, and more.

Enjoy!

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#187: Alisa Turner On Pain, Loss, & Singing Through It All [Podcast]

Sometimes I wonder how the people who walk through the greatest sorrow have the most joy. And then I’m reminded that’s how God works. He’s faithful. He’s good. He doesn’t promise the road will be easy but He promises to satisfy our souls.

This is the story of Alisa Turner, a true fighter who has weathered so many storms and lived to sing about it. Her new record Miracle Or Not is a beautiful testament to God’s faithfulness.

In this interview we talk about all she’s gone through, the new record, cows (yes), and the goodness of God. If you’re feeling lost, alone, or without hope (or walking with someone who is), this is for you.

Enjoy!

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What Makes Corporate Worship Awesome?

When was the last time you heard, “Worship was awesome today!”

As long as the drum kit didn’t fall over, your band was in the same key, and you didn’t miss every lyric, you probably heard it.

But what makes worship awesome? What makes it meaningful for people? What makes it effective for the gathered people of God?

When I categorize a worship set as “awesome,” it has something to do with a solid band, my favorite songs, well programmed lighting, and hands in the air. There’s a direct correlation between the work we put in and the result that we see.

However, what does God do in corporate worship? What is the Spirit’s responsibility? What activity can we only attribute to Jesus and His work?

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