Lloyd Nicks (Part 1)

Lloyd Nicks is a singer/songwriter from St. Louis, USA. Recently he won a 2025 GRAMMY® Award, co-writing a 49-week #1 single on Billboard's Hot Gospel Songs Chart, co-writing a 2024 Billboard Music Award-winning song. Inspired by gospel greats like Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp, and the Winans, he set out to give a voice to the voiceless. Through his music, Lloyd leans into his perspective as a husband, father, friend, and pastor - all through the lens of someone who loves Jesus. Steve Mckenna spoke with Lloyd recently, listen in to his story!

Lloyd Nicks is a singer/songwriter from St. Louis, USA. Recently he won a 2025 GRAMMY® Award, co-writing a 49-week #1 single on Billboard's Hot Gospel Songs Chart, co-writing a 2024 Billboard Music Award-winning song. Inspired by gospel greats like Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp, and the Winans, he set out to give a voice to the voiceless. Through his music, Lloyd leans into his perspective as a husband, father, friend, and pastor - all through the lens of someone who loves Jesus. Steve Mckenna spoke with Lloyd recently, listen in to his story!

Justin Michael is the former frontman of the beloved Australian Christian band Compliments of Gus. He's now serving as a Pastor in Victoria, and continues to write, record, and serve as a worship leader and creative mentor - carrying forward the same authenticity and passion that defined his band years, now lived out in his solo artistry. Steve Mckenna caught up with Justin recently, listen in to his story!

Justin Michael is the former frontman of the beloved Australian Christian band Compliments of Gus. He's now serving as a Pastor in Victoria, and continues to write, record, and serve as a worship leader and creative mentor - carrying forward the same authenticity and passion that defined his band years, now lived out in his solo artistry. Steve Mckenna caught up with Justin recently, listen in to his story!

Justin Lippiatt is a recovered alcoholic and drug abuser. He's also and Author, a Church planter and has a heart for Marketplace ministry. He has experienced painful divorce, depression, and homelessness in his early life. He often states that, "my scars are a roadmap to my past, but don't define my pathway to my future, by God's Grace". The journey with The Lord has provided him with the empathy and insights required to develop relationships with most people, from every walk of life. Since his arrival in Australia from South Africa in 2007, he has been involved in many transformational aspects of ministry. Wes Leake caught up with Justin to hear his story, listen in!

Brian Doerksen was a well known Worship leader show passed away recently. This week, to honour his amazing legacy we will be featuring a conversation that Matt recorded with Brian. Brian wrote well known songs like, Come now is the time to Worship, Refiners Fire and Light the Fire again. Listen in to his story!

Zeek Power, hailing from Bowen in the Whitsundays, is a talented multi-instrumentalist and storyteller of proud Australian Indigenous and South Sea Islander heritage. Releasing music under the moniker cooolthekid, Zeek blends R&B, Pop melodies, and rap hooks, creates an atmosphere that pays homage to tradition while reflecting his upbringing. As a finalist on The Voice Australia 2019, he was mentored by Destiny's Child's Kelly Rowland, further enhancing his musical journey. Zeek has performed at Youth Alive and has been a worship leader for many years at many events. Wes Leake caught up with Zeek to find out the heart behind his music. Listen in!

Brad Patterson is the Shearing Pastor from W.A. From the shearing shed to the pulpit… this is a powerful Aussie story of faith, struggle, and perseverance. Raised in rural Australia and working in one of the toughest industries, Brad shares his journey from a life shaped by hard work and pub culture to becoming a pastor impacting lives across Australia. But this isn't just a story about work or ministry… Brad opens up about some of the hardest moments of his life—including walking through his young son's battle with leukemia and facing burnout in ministry. Through it all, his faith in God remained the anchor that carried him forward. This conversation with Andrew McLennan is real, raw, and deeply encouraging—especially for anyone facing challenges, doubt, or difficult seasons. 👉 No matter what you're going through… you're not alone.

Brad Patterson is the Shearing Pastor from W.A. From the shearing shed to the pulpit… this is a powerful Aussie story of faith, struggle, and perseverance. Raised in rural Australia and working in one of the toughest industries, Brad shares his journey from a life shaped by hard work and pub culture to becoming a...

Brad Patterson is the Shearing Pastor from W.A. From the shearing shed to the pulpit… this is a powerful Aussie story of faith, struggle, and perseverance. Raised in rural Australia and working in one of the toughest industries, Brad shares his journey from a life shaped by hard work and pub culture to becoming a pastor impacting lives across Australia. But this isn't just a story about work or ministry… Brad opens up about some of the hardest moments of his life—including walking through his young son's battle with leukemia and facing burnout in ministry. Through it all, his faith in God remained the anchor that carried him forward. This conversation with Andrew Mclennan is real, raw, and deeply encouraging—especially for anyone facing challenges, doubt, or difficult seasons. 👉 No matter what you're going through… you're not alone.