Foundations // Ep.1 - PSALMS

Foundation of Worship: Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual SongsIn this new series, Joel explores three Biblical foundations of worship from Ephesians 5 and Colossians 3, emphasising the importance of psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs in building a vibrant worship culture. He discusses how these practices can be integrated into church life to foster spiritual growth and community.In this episode...Joel concludes the series on Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual Songs by exploring the meaning of “spiritual songs” in Ephesians 5 and Colossians 3. From prophetic worship and spontaneous songs inspired by the Holy Spirit, to singing in the Spirit and making melody from the heart, this episode unpacks how worship leaders and musicians can cultivate a deeper sensitivity to the voice of God. With practical insights, biblical foundations, and wisdom from Hannah Waters, this conversation encourages worship teams to embrace both the beauty and vulnerability of creating space for Spirit-led worship.RESOURCES⁠⁠Podcast Show Notes⁠⁠⁠⁠Worship Matters⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Ephesians 5:18-21⁠⁠⁠⁠Colossians 3:16-17

Foundation of Worship: Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual SongsIn this new series, Joel explores three Biblical foundations of worship from Ephesians 5 and Colossians 3, emphasising the importance of psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs in building a vibrant worship culture. He discusses how these practices can be integrated into church life to foster spiritual growth and community.Key TopicsThe biblical basis for Psalms, hymns, and spiritual songsThe role of hymns as pre-written worship songs rooted in scriptureThe importance of new songs in biblical and historical contextHow worship songs influence church culture and theologyPractical warnings for songwriters and worship leadersRESOURCES⁠Podcast Show Notes⁠⁠Worship Matters⁠ ⁠Ephesians 5:18-21⁠⁠Colossians 3:16-17

Foundation of Worship: Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual SongsIn this new series, Joel explores three Biblical foundations of worship from Ephesians 5 and Colossians 3, emphasising the importance of psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs in building a vibrant worship culture. He discusses how these practices can be integrated into church life to foster spiritual growth and community.Key topics of this episode:Three worship tools from Ephesians 5 and Colossians 3The role of Psalms in worshipContext of the early church and the Tabernacle of DavidThe importance of Scripture in worship and discipleshipPsalms = Singing Scripture for:Teaching truthForming heartsStrengthening faithBuilding communityUltimate Goal:The Word of Christ dwelling richly in God’s people through song.RESOURCESPodcast Show NotesWorship Matters Ephesians 5:18-21Colossians 3:16-17Acts 13:2 - The Church in Antioch Amos 9:11 - Restoring the Tabernacle of DavidDeuteronomy 31:19-22 - Moses and the Song of Israel

Welcome to the all-new Worship Matters podcast! In this series, Joel will be sitting down with worship leaders from across the Church, discussing their personal journey with the Lord, discovering their gifting and assignment, the joys and challenges of pastoring creatives, the privilege and pitfalls of leading congregational worship, songwriting and much more!In this episode, Joel is joined by Joel Barber, worship pastor at Chroma Church in Leicester, UK. Joel unpacks the journey of the last 7-8 years at Chroma, how an intimate relationship with the Holy Spirit is the only way to live and serve, and also drops plenty of wisdom for worship pastors on building culture, raising new worship leaders, choosing set lists and more! If you haven't already, check out Chroma's EP 'Land of Revival' HERE. For more information on Worship Matters, follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WORSHIPMATTERS.AU⁠

Welcome to the all-new Worship Matters podcast! In this series, Joel will be sitting down with worship leaders from across the Church, discussing their personal journey with the Lord, discovering their gifting and assignment, the joys and challenges of pastoring creatives, the privilege and pitfalls of leading congregational worship, songwriting and much more!In this episode, Joel is joined by Vincent Lang, worship pastor at Awakening Church in Europe. Vincent's passion for the presence of God and reaching the lost for Jesus bleeds through every moment of this conversation, and you will be encouraged, equipped and challenged as you listen!If you haven't already, check out Vincent's song, 'All My Oil' HERE. For more information on Worship Matters, follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, or visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠WORSHIPMATTERS.AU⁠

Welcome to the all-new Worship Matters podcast! In this series, Joel will be sitting down with worship leaders from across the Church, discussing their personal journey with the Lord, discovering their gifting and assignment, the joys and challenges of pastoring creatives, the privilege and pitfalls of leading congregational worship, songwriting and much more!In this episode, Joel is joined by David Funk, musician, producer, worship leader and Bethel Music artist. David is a church boy through and through, he has a passion for the local church and specifically the development of local worship teams, not in skill alone but also in the pursuit of the presence of God, individually and corporately. If you haven't already, check out David's single, 'Beauty' HERE. For more information on Worship Matters, follow us on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, or visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠WORSHIPMATTERS.AU⁠

Welcome to the all-new Worship Matters podcast! In this series, Joel will be sitting down with worship leaders from across the Church, discussing their personal journey with the Lord, discovering their gifting and assignment, the joys and challenges of pastoring creatives, the privilege and pitfalls of leading congregational worship, songwriting and much more!In this episode, Joel is joined by Hannah Waters, a powerful and anointed worship leader at Bethel Church, Redding CA. Hannah shares her journey from growing up in a revival culture, finding her way back to the Lord and the church, travelling across the world to BSSM, not making the worship team, to now leading that same worship team and ministering to the Lord and leading others into His presence around the globe. In this conversation, you'll not only love listening to Hannah's heart and humour, you'll glean from her ability to navigate worship songs and spontaneous moments, her wisdom in leading creatives, and her intimacy with the Holy Spirit to shepherd a room in worship. If you haven't already, check out Hannah leading "All is For Your Glory / Center" at Bethel on YouTube. For more information on Worship Matters, follow us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, or visit our website: ⁠⁠WORSHIPMATTERS.AU⁠

Welcome to the all-new Worship Matters podcast! In this series, Joel will be sitting down with worship leaders from across the Church, discussing their personal journey with the Lord, discovering their gifting and assignment, the joys and challenges of pastoring creatives, the privilege and pitfalls of leading congregational worship, songwriting and much more!In this episode, Joel is joined by John Fajuke, a worship leader at Bethel Church, Redding CA. John's journey with the Lord, his sensitivity to the Holy Spirit, and authority to lead a room in worship is a deep well of wisdom. There are so many gems in this conversation, so lean in!If you haven't already, be sure to check out John's song, "All Praise Be" - on Spotify or on YouTube.For more information on Worship Matters, follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠, or visit our website: ⁠WORSHIPMATTERS.AU⁠

Welcome to the all-new Worship Matters podcast! In this series, Joel will be sitting down with worship leaders from across the Church, discussing their personal journey with the Lord, discovering their gifting and assignment, the joys and challenges of pastoring creatives, the privilege and pitfalls of leading congregational worship, songwriting and much more!In this episode, Joel is joined by Peter Mattis, the Worship Community Pastor at Bethel Church, Redding CA. Peter's wealth of wisdom - gleaned from many years of walking with Lord - has been such a gift to us, and so we're excited to share this conversation with you! If you haven't already, make sure you listen to Peter's new song, "Praise the Lord (Everything Within Me)" and introduce it to your worship sets! Listen here. For more information on Worship Matters, follow us on Instagram, or visit our website: WORSHIPMATTERS.AU

Welcome to the Worship Matters Podcast! In this preview, you'll hear a clip from the first episode in a new series where Joel sits down with worship pastors and worship leaders from across the Church, to discuss their personal journey with the Lord, discovering their gifting and assignment, the joys and challenges of pastoring creatives, the privilege and pitfalls of leading congregational worship, songwriting and much more!In this episode, Joel is joined by Peter Mattis, the Worship Community Pastor at Bethel Church, Redding CA. Peter's wealth of wisdom - gleaned from many years of walking with Lord - has been such a gift to us, and so we're excited to share this conversation with you! What is Worship Matters?The goal of Worship Matters is to help you discover the rich treasures of worship buried in Scripture.Whether you’re a worship pastor, song leader, musician, music director, or simply someone who wants to grow in Biblical knowledge and understanding of worship, our prayer is that this resource will enrich your life of worship and equip your worship ministry.For more information on Worship Matters, follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠, or visit our website: ⁠WORSHIPMATTERS.AU⁠