Podcast
Protect The Altar
Hosted by Deborah · EN
Protect the Altar with North Palm Worship is a podcast dedicated to helping worship teams rediscover the heart and purpose behind true worship. Hosted by the North Palm Worship team, each episode dives deep into the mindsets, structures, and practices that fuel a thriving worship ministry. Whether you're a worship leader, team member, or someone passionate about creating a culture of worship, this podcast is your guide to getting back to the basics and focusing on what matters most: honoring God through every note, every word, and every moment. Tune in for practical insights, inspiring conversations, and biblical encouragement that will strengthen your worship team and deepen your worship experience.
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How to Pick a Sunday Set List!
3w ago00:36:18Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailHow do worship leaders choose the songs they sing each Sunday? In this episode of Protect the Altar, Deborah Hong & Tim Rice dive into the heart behind building a Sunday set list! Whether you're a worship leader, pastor, musician, or volunteer, this conversation offers practical insight and biblical perspective for leading worship with purpose and sensitivity to the Holy Spirit.Support the show
Transcribe →Why Worship History Matters: Honoring the Generations Before Us
4w ago00:38:20Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode of Protect the Altar, Deborah Hong sits down with Chad Gentry of 90's Worship Night to discuss the importance of honoring the generations that have gone before us. Together, they explore why understanding the history of worship matters, what today's worship leaders can learn from past moves of God, and how gratitude for previous generations helps shape a healthy future for the Church. This conversation is a powerful reminder that we are not building alone—we are standing on the shoulders of those who faithfully paved the way.Support the show
Transcribe →Why God Often Calls Us Beyond Our Ability!
Jun 1501:04:55Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailWhat if the very thing God has called you to is also the place where you feel the weakest?In this episode of Protect the Altar, Deborah Hong and Tim Rice sit down with Essential Music Publishing songwriter Nick Bays to discuss his journey in songwriting, ministry, and learning to depend on God's strength. Nick shares how our greatest gifts can often expose our greatest vulnerabilities, and why God frequently calls us into places where we cannot succeed without Him.Join us for an honest conversation about calling, creativity, weakness, identity, and the faithfulness of God in every season.Subscribe for more conversations that help worship leaders, creatives, and believers protect what matters most—the altar.Support the show
Transcribe →Paul Baloche Interview: Worship, Leadership, and Legacy!
Jun 800:50:07Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailPaul Baloche Interview: Worship, Leadership, and LegacyJoin us for a special live conversation with worship leader and songwriter Paul Baloche as he shares insights from decades of ministry, leadership, and songwriting. In this episode of Protect the Altar, we discuss the heart of worship, staying faithful through seasons of ministry, and the legacy of a life devoted to glorifying Jesus.Subscribe for more conversations that inspire and equip believers to cultivate God's presence and protect what matters most. #PaulBaloche #WorshipLeader #ProtectTheAltar #ChristianPodcast #WorshipMusicSupport the show
Transcribe →Recognizing the Religious Spirit
May 2500:44:16Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode of Protect the Altar, Deborah Hong and Tim Rice sit down with Pastor Mark Estes for an honest conversation about recognizing a religious spirit, the difference between religion and true relationship with God, and how legalism can quietly distort our view of grace, truth, and intimacy with Jesus.Support the show
Transcribe →You Might Be Putting Your Hope in the Wrong Thing!
May 1800:43:34Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailWhat happens when the thing you’re hoping in can’t actually sustain you?In this episode of Protect the Altar, Tim Rice & Deborah Hong have an honest conversation about how misplaced hope and misinterpreted truth can quietly rob us of our joy, peace, and confidence in God. Together, they unpack the difference between biblical hope and false expectations, how disappointment can distort our perspective, and why returning to the truth of God’s Word restores lasting joy.If you’ve been feeling discouraged, disappointed, spiritually exhausted, or stuck in cycles of frustration, this conversation is for you.Subscribe for more conversations on faith, worship, healing, and protecting what God has entrusted to you.Support the show
Transcribe →Getting Your Joy Back!
May 1100:43:43Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode of Protect the Altar Podcast, Deborah Hong and Tim Rice sit down to discuss why the Church must get her joy back, the dangers of living under shame, and how freedom and healing are found in Christ. Join the conversation as they share biblical insight, encouragement, and practical wisdom for walking in joy again.Support the show
Transcribe →The Secret to Contentment!
May 400:45:09Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode of the Protect the Altar Podcast, Deborah Hong and Tim Rice unpack “The Secret to Contentment” and the truth that contentment is something you can learn.They dive into what Scripture says about guarding your heart against covetousness, and how comparison and constant striving can quietly steal your peace. This conversation will encourage you to anchor your life in Christ, find joy in every season, and live free from the pressure of wanting more.🎧 Tune in and discover a deeper, lasting contentment.Support the show
Transcribe →Navigating Industry & Ministry!
Apr 2700:42:11Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode of the Protect the Altar Podcast, we sit down with special guest Stephen Brewster of The Harmony Group to talk about what it really looks like to navigate both the music industry and ministry.Stephen shares his perspective from years of experience working at the intersection of creativity, calling, and career—breaking down the tension many artists and worship leaders feel between platform and purpose. Together, we unpack the importance of staying rooted in your identity, stewarding influence with integrity, and understanding that the industry and ministry don’t have to compete—they can work together when approached with the right heart.Whether you’re an artist, worship leader, or creative trying to honor God in your craft, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to pursue excellence without losing authenticity.🎧 Listen now and join the conversation.Support the show
Transcribe →God Gave You a Promise...Now What?
Apr 2000:47:50Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode, Tim Rice and Deborah Hong dive into what it truly means to steward the promise of God over your life—without falling into the trap of striving, hustling, or trying to make things happen in your own strength.So often, when God gives us a promise, our instinct is to take control and push it forward. But what if the key isn’t in striving… but in surrender?Tim and Deborah unpack the importance of relying on God, trusting His process, and embracing His timing—even when it feels slow or uncertain. They share insight on how to remain faithful in the waiting, avoid burnout, and partner with God in a way that brings lasting fruit.If you’ve been holding onto a promise from God and wondering what your next step should be, this conversation will encourage you to trust Him more deeply and steward what He’s spoken with wisdom and peace.🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs this encouragement.Support the show
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