Worship Online Podcast

What does it really take to grow from playing in the local church to touring arenas with some of the biggest names in Christian music?  Daniel Jones has walked that exact journey. Over the past 10 years, he's played drums for For King & Country, Brooke Ligertwood, Rend Collective, David Leonard, JUDAH., and Andrew Ripp.  In this conversation, Daniel gets brutally honest about the lessons he learned the hard way - from dealing with the pressure of arena stages to discovering what consistency really means, from learning to trust his teammates to finding the balance between confidence and ego.  If you've ever felt like you're not ready for the next level, or struggled with self-doubt about your playing, this episode will give you the roadmap Daniel wishes he'd had starting out.  What You'll Learn:  Why "you don't walk into a role ready to go - you gotta grow in it"  The difference between playing in church vs. playing arenas (and what it taught him about consistency)  How to identify

What if the thing holding your team back from revival… isn't lack of prayer, but trying to manufacture the moment instead of stewarding it?  Alexander Pappas ('A Great Awakening,' and formerly Hillsong Young & Free) went on a year-long journey studying revival history, and the insights he gained completely shifted his perspective on what it takes for God to move.  We dive into:   The one thing everyone thinks they have, but are often missing—ESPECIALLY worship team members  The 3 pillars present before every great documented move of God  Why focusing on chasing "holy moments" blocks revival  If you're tired of praying for breakthrough while staying stuck in the same patterns, this conversation will challenge you in the best way.  The awakening you're praying for might be closer than you think—it just doesn't look like what you expected.  Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hou

What if the secret to writing songs that connect isn't thinking bigger, but thinking smaller?  Matt Crocker, the songwriter behind "Oceans," "This I Believe," and "I Surrender" (streamed over 2 billion times), reveals his counterintuitive approach to worship songwriting—and why his biggest breakthrough came from writing for just 50 people instead of 50,000.  Matt shares the 4 essential elements that transformed his songwriting.  This conversation will challenge how you think about songwriting and give you a clear path forward, no matter who you are writing for.  Perfect for: Worship leaders, songwriters, and anyone wanting to write songs that genuinely connect people to God's heart.  Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free trial at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation!   Mentioned in the Episode  Matt’s New

What happens when you stop sidelining the gifts God’s placed in you?  In this episode, Jonathan Traylor shares his journey of embracing all of his God-given gifts—from dance to worship leading—and the breakthrough that followed.   He opens up about the early pressure to “stay in one lane,” and how choosing to fully steward his creative calling led to doors he never expected.  This is a powerful conversation for anyone who’s ever felt torn between what they’re gifted in and what others expect of them.  Listen now and rediscover the freedom of walking in everything God’s entrusted to you.  Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free trial at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation!   Mentioned in the Episode  Jonathan Traylor’s New Release  ---  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review! Also, shoot u

What if your past success is actually holding your worship team back?  Jonathan Lewis from UPPERROOM Dallas reveals why comfortable teams stop growing—and shares the one question that changes everything: "What if we tried this?"  Discover why humility is what heaven breathes through, how to shepherd your congregation into new sounds without losing them, and why your greatest strength might be your greatest weakness.  If you've ever felt stuck doing "what's always worked," this conversation will challenge you to ask the question that could unlock your team's next innovative breakthrough.  Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free trial at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation!   Mentioned in the Episode  UPPERROOM’s New Release  ---  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review! Also, shoot us an e-mai

What if you could go from total beginner to Sunday stage-ready in just 12 months?  In this episode, legendary worship guitarist Matt Podesla breaks down the exact roadmap he’d give to someone starting from scratch.   From chord mastery and tone crafting to strumming techniques and pedal picks, Matt pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to grow fast — and serve well.  Whether you’re picking up a guitar for the first time or looking to level up your playing, this conversation will give you the focus, encouragement, and practical steps to finally become the worship guitarist your team needs.  No fluff. Just a real plan, from a real pro.  Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free trial at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation!   Mentioned in the Episode  Matt Podesla’s IG  ---  If you like what you he

Is your worship team finding its voice—or just echoing someone else’s?  In this episode, we sit down with John Dreher of Faith Worship Arts to explore the delicate balance between inspiration and imitation in modern worship culture.  John shares how the diverse, multi-generational team at their church built a worship culture that reflects their community, not someone else’s. And here's the twist: it’s not wrong to include elements of churches like Bethel or Elevation—if that sound genuinely reflects a part of your church. But when it becomes the whole identity, something crucial gets lost.  Today we discuss:  How copying others can unintentionally flatten your team’s sound  Practical steps to develop your church’s unique worship expression  Why humility, curiosity, and collaboration are key to helping your worship team fulfill its full potential.  If you’re ready for your worship team to move towards a more authentic sound—this episode is for you. Worship Online is your new secret

What separates a worship leader who just sings songs… from one who shifts atmospheres?  In this episode, Tauren Wells shares the 4 keys he believes every high-impact worship leader must carry — and how embracing them can change not just your Sunday set, but your entire church culture.  You’ll learn:  Why songs about “us” fall flat — and what to sing instead  How to make space for the Holy Spirit without stalling the room  What it really means to “play your part” and not carry the whole service  The unseen heart posture that determines your long-term impact  This is a masterclass in leading with depth, presence, and surrender.  Listen now — and rediscover what true worship leadership looks like.  Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free trial at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation! Ment

Too many worship leaders are unintentionally leading like performers… instead of pastors. In this episode, we unpack a powerful mindset shift: how planning worship like you’re preaching the Gospel changes everything.  You’ll learn:  Why worship sets aren’t just song lists — they’re intentionally crafted journeys.  How a college conversation transformed Justin Tweito approach to worship leading.  The ACTS model (Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication) and how it reshapes worship planning.  What we need to stop doing — and what we must start doing — to lead with purpose.  If you’ve ever felt like you’re just going through the motions on Sundays, this one will re-center your calling. Hit play and rediscover the heart of worship leadership. 

Most leaders don’t ruin culture with one big mistake. They're slowly broken—by leaders who ignore the small habits that erode trust, unity, and momentum.  In this episode, Jordan from CCV Music shares the real stories and hard-won lessons of leading creatives through conflict, comparison, burnout—and breakthrough.  We explore what quietly weakens a team, why silence can speak the loudest, and how to navigate jealousy without crushing trust.  You’ll walk away with practical language, fresh perspective, and rhythms you can use this week to lead with clarity and care.   Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free trial at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation!   Mentioned in the Episode  Checkout the New Release from CCV  ---  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review! Also, shoot us an e-mail at podcas

Not every worship musician gets a paycheck—but should they? There’s a lot of ways to approach the topic!  This episode with Seacoast Music unpacks the tough questions around paying worship team members, who gets the check, and why it matters for your team's health.  If you care about building a unified, thriving worship culture (without the silent resentment), this conversation is for you.  Hit play now and find out the healthy way to approach what team members should and should not get paid.  Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free trial at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation!   Mentioned in the Episode  New Release from Seacoast  ---  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review! Also, shoot us an e-mail at podcast@worshiponline.com. We want to know how we can better serve you and your church thr

Ever feel like everyone else is effortlessly writing powerful worship songs—while you’re stuck recycling the same tired phrases, just hoping something lands?  Aaron Williams breaks down that exact struggle—sharing the songwriting hacks that helped him go from shaky starts to co-writing with legends like Matt Redman and Daniel Bashta.  If your vocabulary feels limited or your lyrics keep falling flat, these practical tips will expand your toolbox and unlock the freedom and flow you’ve been chasing.  Tune in now and learn how to go from wobbly drafts to confident, clear worship songs that deeply connect with your church.  Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free trial at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation!   Mentioned in the Episode Aaron Williams’ New Release ---  If you like what you hear, please leave us

What if the thing standing between you and the ministry you were made for… is urgency?   I know it sounds extreme, but it’s true.  In this powerful conversation with Passion Music’s Kristian Stanfill, we unpack how living with ruthless intentionality can transform your leadership, your calling, and your everyday impact —whether you’re on stage or in the mundane moments no one sees.  This isn’t just about leading worship—it’s about refusing to waste the God given moments you’ve been trusted with.  Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free trial at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation! Mentioned in the Episode Passion’s New Release  ---  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review! Also, shoot us an e-mail at podcast@worshiponline.com. We want to know how we can better serve you and your church through

Want more impactful spontaneous worship moments? Bethel Music’s Emmy Rose shares the exact tips that help her flow with the Spirit—and the surprising ways those same tips can totally backfire.  Whether you’re just learning how to flow or you’ve been chasing those spontaneous moments for years, this episode will challenge, equip, and stretch you.  Hit play… but consider this your warning—what helps you might also hurt you if you're not paying attention.  Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free trial at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation!   Mentioned in the Episode  Tend by Emmy Rose  ---  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review! Also, shoot us an e-mail at podcast@worshiponline.com. We want to know how we can better serve you and your church through this podcast.  Don’t forget to sign up for y

Jesus Culture joins the show for a raw, behind-the-scenes look at the tension between success and purity in worship music. Visibility and God’s favor can align—but they don’t always.  So today, they open up about resisting the idol of output, discipling creatives without feeding egos, and what it really takes to build a healthy songwriting culture.   Listen Now! This conversation could refine what 'fruitful' really means for your church.  Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free trial at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation!  Mentioned in the Episode The New Album from Jesus Culture ---  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review! Also, shoot us an e-mail at podcast@worshiponline.com. We want to know how we can better serve you and your church through this podcast.  Don’t forget to sign up for your

  Struggling to build a strong, committed worship team? You’re not alone. Recruiting and onboarding volunteers can be one of the biggest challenges for worship pastors, but VOUS Worship has found some things that make it so much easier.  In this episode, we sit down with the team from VOUS Worship—the powerhouse worship ministry from Rich Wilkerson Jr.’s VOUS Church in Miami—to uncover their intentional, high-impact process for finding and developing high level teams.  What You’ll Learn:  The biggest mistakes churches make when recruiting worship team members  The 4-step onboarding process VOUS Worship uses to set team members up for success  The character & culture factor—why talent isn’t enough  How to balance grace and standards when leading worship volunteers  This episode is PACKED with practical wisdom for worship pastors, leaders, and creatives who want to build a healthy, thriving worship culture that lasts. Don’t miss it!  Worship Online is your new secret weap

Did you know that 93% of your life is spent indoors? What if that’s actually keeping you from a deeper connection with God?  In this powerful conversation with 11:21 Worship, we dive into:  The surprising way nature recalibrates our souls and draws us closer to God.  How biblical worship looks radically different from what most of us experience today.  Practical ways to reset your heart and experience God in a fresh, life-changing way.  If you feel stuck in routine, spiritual dryness, or surface-level faith, this episode will challenge you to step outside—literally—and reconnect with God in a way you never expected.  Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free trial at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation!   Mentioned in the Episode Rise Again with Jared Anderson, Kelly Wilkerson, & 11:21 Worsh

How can worship leaders faithfully steward their calling and influence over the long run?  Bethel Music’s Edward Rivera shares wisdom from his journey—what he’s learned about staying planted, navigating influence, and growing in spiritual maturity.  Hear personal insights on balancing ministry, creativity, and favor while keeping your heart anchored in purity.  Join the conversation and be encouraged in your own journey of stewardship—listen now!  Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free trial at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation!   Mentioned in the Episode Bethel Music’s New Release  Edward’s New Release  ---  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review! Also, shoot us an e-mail at podcast@worshiponline.com. We want to know how we can better serve you and your church through this podcast.  D

What do you do when the vision you believed was from God doesn’t come to pass?  In this episode, we dive deep into handling disappointment when life doesn’t unfold the way we expected—especially in ministry and calling.  Celebration Music shares a powerful insight that changes how we approach calling and expectations, allowing us to walk with trust.  Listen now to discover how to confidence in your calling.  Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free trial at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation!   Mentioned in the Episode Celebration Music’s New Release  ---  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review! Also, shoot us an e-mail at podcast@worshiponline.com. We want to know how we can better serve you and your church through this podcast.  Don’t forget to sign up for your FREE 2-week subscription to

Does "success" in worship music and ministry always mean God’s favor is on it?  John Mark McMillan opens up about the tension between writing from the heart and chasing what “works.”  This episode challenges how worship leaders define success, calling, and artistic integrity—even within the church.  Listen now as John Mark shares his insights on this question and so much more!  Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free trial at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation!   Mentioned in the Episode John Mark McMillan’s New Release  ---  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review! Also, shoot us an e-mail at podcast@worshiponline.com. We want to know how we can better serve you and your church through this podcast.  Don’t forget to sign up for your FREE 2-week subscription to Worship Online at WorshipOnli