Podcast
Influential Worship
Hosted by Jeremy Ellis · EN
As worship leaders, we often find ourselves in an endless cycle… Sunday is here... Sunday is coming… Sunday is here... Sunday is coming… and on and on the cycle goes.
As Sunday arrives, the weight of leading worship can be crushing, but it doesn't have to be! The Influential Worship Podcast will explore how we can cultivate the right mindsets and sustainable practices to help us confidently prepare for each Sunday.
Through monthly expert interviews with those in the trenches of ministry, we will help you be a worship leader who is in it for the long-game, one who leads with confidence, walks in your calling, and ultimately leaves your mark on those you serve.
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Identity Before Assignment With Onaje Jefferson
6d ago00:58:59Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Influential Worship, we sit down with Onaje Jefferson for a powerful conversation on learning the presence of God, discovering our true identity in Christ, and why intimacy with the Lord must come before assignment, platform, and performance.Too often, we try to do things for God before learning how to simply be with Him. Onaje shares wisdom and personal insight on building a life rooted in God’s presence, leading from overflow, and centering our identity rightly before stepping into ministry or leadership.If you’ve ever struggled with performance, burnout, comparison, or trying to earn significance through what you do, this conversation will encourage you to slow down and return to what matters most.Topics covered:• Presence before platform• Identity before assignment• Worship and intimacy with God• Leading from overflow• Ministry without performance• Knowing God beyond serving HimConnect with Onaje online here: https://www.onajejefferson.comCheck out The Heart Worship Collective here: https://www.heartworshipco.comSubscribe for more conversations equipping worship leaders, creatives, and believers to live with influence rooted in God’s presence.►► Download my FREE Guide that will teach you 6 practices you can implement this week to lead worship with greater confidence! → https://free.influentialworship.com#InfluentialWorship #OnajeJefferson #ChristianPodcast #WorshipLeader #PresenceBeforePlatform #IdentityInChrist #WorshipMinistry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Why Creative Outlets Are Key to Restoring Joy in Worship Leadership
Mar 600:36:08Tap to summarizeFeeling burned out in worship leadership? Discover why creative outlets can restore your joy. In worship leadership, it’s easy for the demands of ministry to slowly shift your focus from creative expression to administrative and people-centered work.In this conversation, I talk with Scot Leonard about why creative outlets are more than just a personal hobby for worship leaders — they may actually be an important part of staying spiritually healthy and restoring joy in ministry.We discuss how worship leaders can intentionally steward creativity alongside the practical responsibilities of leadership, and why long-term ministry faithfulness often depends on rhythms that nourish both the soul and the imagination.If you are a worship leader who feels stretched between ministry workload and the creative calling that drew you into worship in the first place, this conversation is for you.Check out @rogueworshipleader on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/rogueworshipleader🔔 Subscribe to Influential Worship for more conversations that help worship leaders lead faithfully and stay spiritually healthy in ministry.►► Download my FREE Guide that will teach you 6 practices you can implement this week to lead worship with greater confidence! → https://free.influentialworship.comMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/check-it-outLicense code: PLF5MCSA5N5H9I5S Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →28 Years at One Church: The Secret to Longevity in Worship Ministry with Hanz Ives
Nov 1500:48:15Tap to summarizeHow does someone stay rooted in the same church—and the same ministry—for nearly three decades? In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Hanz Ives, Worship Pastor for Greg Laurie, to unpack what 28 years of faithfulness in worship leadership really looks like.Hanz shares the practices and mindsets that have sustained him over the long haul, including:Developing contentment Keeping your calling clearWhat younger worship leaders often miss about longevityHow to stay passionate when ministry feels routine or hardWhether you’re new to worship leadership or been in it for decades, this conversation will encourage you to think long-term, stay planted, and lead with faithfulness.Connect with Hanz and Harvest Worship Here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYm5oPmGPsBn5ApnCxhOPlQListen to Hanz' music here: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/hanz-ives/836464565Listen to Hanz' lo-fi here: https://www.instagram.com/jayhanzlofi/ & https://youtube.com/@lofichapel?si=ih3Nv-Q3LBzGTytN►► Download my FREE Guide that will teach you 6 practices you can implement this week to lead worship with greater confidence! → https://free.influentialworship.comMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/walz/banditsLicense code: SWDXDOT811313EOW Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →The 5 Faders Every Worship Team Needs w Dave Helmuth
Oct 201:08:24Tap to summarizeAre you a worship leader looking for clarity, balance, and practical tools to lead your team well? In this episode of The Influential Worship Podcast, I sit down with Dave Helmuth (founder of Ad Lib Music) to explore his powerful 5 Faders concept—a framework that helps worship leaders lead their teams in a healthy way.Dave shares how the 5 Faders can guide you in:Leading worship teams with clarity and purposeStrengthening your discipleship and leadership skillsBuilding a healthy culture where your team thrivesWhether you’re just starting out or have been leading worship for decades, this conversation will inspire and equip you to grow in influence while staying grounded in Christ.📌 Learn more about Dave Helmuth and Ad Lib Music: https://www.adlibmusic.com📌 Subscribe to their worship fertilizer: https://www.adlibmusic.com/subscribe✨ If you found this episode helpful, don’t forget to share with your worship team.#WorshipLeader #WorshipPodcast #InfluentialWorship #WorshipTeam #DaveHelmuth #AdLibMusic #WorshipLeadership►► Download my FREE Guide that will teach you 6 practices you can implement this week to lead worship with greater confidence! → https://free.influentialworship.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Zac Hicks on Why Worship Leaders Struggle With Imposter Syndrome
Sep 700:52:11Tap to summarizeAs a worship leaders do you struggle with imposter syndrome? In this conversation, Zac Hicks shares wisdom on identity, calling, and the unique pressures of worship ministry. If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re qualified to lead, felt like a fraud on stage, or wrestled with comparison, this interview will encourage and equip you.Zac Hicks is an author, pastor, and thought leader who has spent years helping churches navigate the heart and theology of worship. Together, we dig into why imposter syndrome shows up in ministry—and how to overcome it. A lot of the conversation centers around framing the paradigm of what a faithful worship pastor is called to do.👉 Whether you’re a worship pastor, worship leader, or part of a church team, this episode will remind you of God’s grace and your true identity in Christ.Connect with Zac online here:💻 https://zachicks.com📚 Buy Zac's books here (these links are affiliate links which means there is no extra charge to you, but this channel will get a small commission if you use these links which just helps to make more awesome content to serve you!):The Worship Pastor: https://amzn.to/41CdLdZBefore We Gather: https://amzn.to/4mR1z1mWorship by Faith Alone: https://amzn.to/4mSAHOI►► Download my FREE Guide that will teach you 6 practices you can implement this week to lead worship with greater confidence! → https://free.influentialworship.com🎵 Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/successLicense code: ABRL8YHV2HYGKW37 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Why Family Worship Still Matters Today with Don Whitney
Jul 1500:39:09Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Influential Worship Podcast, Dr. Don Whitney joins us to talk about one of the most overlooked yet essential spiritual practices: family worship.Don is the author of the widely respected book Family Worship, where he calls Christians back to the simple, biblical, and historic habit of leading worship in the home. In this conversation, he unpacks why family worship still matters today, how it shapes the hearts of children, strengthens marriages, and deepens discipleship right where it begins — at home.This episode will both challenge and encourage you to take small, faithful steps toward regular worship in the home before taking the platform publicly as a worship leader.📖 Get Don Whitney’s book Family Worship: https://amzn.to/3UiDlQU *🙏 Get Don Whitney’s book on Praying the Bible: https://amzn.to/3GKIWfQ *🌐 Explore more from Don at: https://biblicalspirituality.org/🔔 Don’t forget to follow for more interviews that equip and inspire worship leaders to live out their calling in every area of life.►► Download my FREE Guide that will teach you 6 practices you can implement this week to lead worship with greater confidence! → https://free.influentialworship.com* These links are affiliate links which means there is a small commission given to this channel if you use the links to purchase Don's books. There is no extra charge to you, it just helps support the channel!🎵 Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/tiny-houses/aureolinLicense code: 9UEZUJ30AV3KW8IA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Stop Chasing the "Perfect Team" & Build the One You’ve Got with Worship Artistry’s Jason Houtsma
Jun 601:09:06Tap to summarizeWhat if your worship team doesn’t need to be more like the worship videos you watch on YouTube? In this episode, Jason Houtsma from Worship Artistry shares how worship leaders can stop idolizing the "dream team" and start investing in the actual people God has given them.Whether you're leading a team of beginners or seasoned musicians, this conversation will help you lead with vision, patience, and gratitude — right where you are. Learn how to develop your team spiritually and musically, resist comparison, and build something meaningful that lasts.📌 Topics we cover:The danger of comparison in worship ministryWhat it means to bloom where you're plantedPractical ways to invest in your current teamLeading volunteers with grace and growth in mindHow Worship Artistry equips everyday worship teams🎙 Guest: Jason Houtsma – Founder of Worship Artistry🌐 Visit https://worshipartistry.com to learn more🎧 Listen to "Scars" by Jason Houtsma that is out now: https://youtu.be/l19aGzdjeE4?feature=shared►► Download my FREE Guide that will teach you 6 practices you can implement this week to lead worship with greater confidence! → https://free.influentialworship.com#WorshipLeadership #WorshipArtistry #worshipteam🎵 Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/blue-seaLicense code: 9RR9TJ2DESJBOH9G Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →The Story of Rooted Music Coaching + Coaching Tips for Worship Teams
May 1, 202501:01:16Tap to summarize🎙️ In this episode of the Influential Worship Podcast, we sit down with Chris Brink, founder of Rooted Music Coaching to uncover the inspiring story behind this impactful ministry — and share practical worship coaching tips every worship leader needs to hear.Whether you're leading an adult worship team, or mentoring younger musicians in a student ministry worship band, this conversation will inspire you to develop, train, and disciple your worship team with excellence and purpose.In this episode, you'll learn:The heart and vision behind Rooted Music CoachingHow to raise up confident worship musiciansCoaching strategies for student worship teamsTips for growing spiritual maturity and musical skill in your teamWhy leadership development is essential in worship ministry🎸 Learn more about how Rooted Music Coaching can help your worship ministry: https://youtu.be/310TeKtC4PY?feature=shared💻 https://rootedmusiccoaching.com💸 Check out the Rooted Music Foundation: https://www.rootedmusicfoundation.org#WorshipTeam #WorshipLeadership #RootedMusicCoaching #StudentWorship #WorshipTraining #InfluentialWorship #WorshipMinistry #WorshipCoaching #WorshipPodcast ►► Download my FREE Guide that will teach you 6 practices you can implement this week to lead worship with greater confidence! → https://free.influentialworship.com🎵 Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tropicanaLicense code: HZOJQYUSLBYJZYU5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →How worship became "modern" w/ Dr. Lester Ruth
Apr 21, 202501:07:46Tap to summarizeIn this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with worship historian Dr. Lester Ruth to explore the roots of modern worship and why understanding the past is essential for today's worship leaders. This conversation will deepen your perspective and give you practical insights to lead with greater intentionality as you shape your church worship culture.We dive into key questions like:✅ Why does worship history matter to the modern worship leader?✅ What shifts in worship practice should we pay attention to today?✅ How can we integrate ancient liturgy with modern worship expressions?✅ What's the upside—and the downside—of the modern worship movement?✅ Should our lyrics focus more on personal or corporate expression?✅ Does every worship set need to point to the Trinity?✅ Do worship leaders really “usher people into God’s presence”?📖 Whether you're team sings hymns or exclusively uses modern worship arrangements, this episode will challenge and encourage you to lead worship with theological depth and historical awareness.📧 To connect with Dr. Ruth email him at lruth@div.duke.edu📚 Check out his books on Amazon here (these links are affiliate links which means there is no extra charge to you, but if you use these links to purchase the books it helps this channel):Lovin' on Jesus: A Concise History of Contemporary Worship - https://amzn.to/4lNy7JQFlow: The Ancient Way to Do Contemporary Worship - https://amzn.to/3RtLuRhHistory of Contemporary Praise & Worship - https://amzn.to/4jolYJE👨🎓 See Dr. Ruth's works and courses at Duke here: https://divinity.duke.edu/faculty/lester-ruth🎤 Here is the talk Dr. Ruth mentioned in our conversation: https://youtu.be/-Fe_50X9rso?feature=shared►► Download my FREE Guide that will teach you 6 practices you can implement this week to lead worship with greater confidence! → https://free.influentialworship.comMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/a...License code: IPT2NWEVIGUOPJXP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →A Dream Born from Loss: Matt Podesla's story Playing Electric Guitar for Matt Redman
Apr 4, 202501:01:09Tap to summarizeIn this interview, Matt Podesla shares his journey of playing electric guitar for Matt Redman and how he turned loss into a dream come true. Learn about his experience and how he became a worship guitarist. If you are an aspiring worship guitarist, this episode is a must-listen!Connect with Matt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattpodesla/►► Download my FREE Guide that will teach you 6 practices you can implement this week to lead worship with greater confidence! → https://free.influentialworship.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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