Best Rita Springer Podcasts (2025)

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7Hills Worship Pastor Turns Tragedy into Authentic Worship with Kaelob Mecum 2:04:10

2d ago2:04:10

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This week on Worship Is My Weapon, Rita sits down with Kaelob Mecum, 7Hills Worship Pastor, as he shares his unbelievable story of survival and talks about authenticity in worship through suffering and tragedy. Kaelob shares his journey from a tough childhood and time in a homeless shelter to discovering his faith. After losing his friend in a trag…

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When Scars Become Beauty Marks: The Spiritual DNA of BPT 40:26

5d ago40:26

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. During today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology we’re going to dive deep into a miraculous, modern story that highlights how God can take what seem to be the absolute ruins of a life and restore them into a spiritual leader. Sometimes we forget that Abraham was a lunar worshipper before God …

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He Was Abused by a Church Leader and Told to Stay SILENT 2:03:18

9d ago2:03:18

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This week on Worship Is My Weapon, Rita sits down with Tyler Bates to share his powerful story of survival and healing. At 18, Tyler was sexually abused by a trusted church leader. For years, he stayed silent, believing the church would protect him—only to learn they knew and did nothing. Now, he's speaking out, seeking justice, and fighting for ch…

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Jeremy & Adie Camp - The Theology of Worship – Part 6 55:28

12d ago55:28

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. We can hardly believe we’ve come to the end of this series called the Theology of Worship! I hope it’s encouraged you as much as it’s encouraged us. Sometimes I found myself white-knuckling it in order to hang onto love, joy, peace and hope during all the public discord and rancor of 2024, so i…

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God is Speaking. Are You Listening? 52:53

16d ago52:53

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On this episode of 'Worship Is My Weapon,' Rita shares how hearing God's voice is a lot like exercising a muscle - it may be difficult at first, but with practice it becomes second nature - and that it's not about being educated or theologically trained, but about having a personal relationship with Jesus. Let go of your insecurities and doubts, an…

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Jeremy & Adie Camp - The Theology of Worship – Part 5 51:08

19d ago51:08

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. Today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology is the second to last in our series The Theology of Worship, and it’s a really special moment for Alli and me because we get to share two dear friends with y’all for the first time here on BPT, Jeremy and Adie Camp. Of course, many of you are probably…

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Hope Darst Had An Identity Crisis & It Changed Everything 1:36:00

23d ago1:36:00

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This week on Worship Is My Weapon, Rita is joined by the amazing Hope Darst of The Belonging Co. Hope opens up about her struggle with depression, anxiety, and the suicidal thoughts that riddled her life from age 12 to 19. She thought she'd found freedom in Christ until she hit 30 and was hit with a crisis of identity... In that season, God started…

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Darlene Zschech - The Theology of Worship - Part 4 45:30

26d ago45:30

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. Today's conversation on Back Porch Theology is the fourth in our series on worship and is part two of last week's episode with Darlene Zschech, who many consider to be the mother of modern day worship music. Brooke Ligertwood ~ who's one of the most anointed people I've ever had the pure joy of…

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The Hidden Epidemic of Burnout in the Church with Jake Hamilton 1:15:53

1M ago1:15:53

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On this episode of Worship Is My Weapon, Rita Springer sits down with Jake Hamilton for an inspiring conversation about the tension of ministry and family and the true definition of calling. Jake shares his journey of prioritizing family over career, reclaiming true masculinity, and fostering fatherhood through initiatives like The Fight. They dive…

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Darlene Zschech - The Theology of Worship - Part 3 51:39

1M ago51:39

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. Okay I really need your help during today's conversation on BPT ~ which is part of a new series we started this year called "The Theology of Worship." And I'm playing my phone-a-friend card with all of you amazing backporchers because I have the wildly undeserved privilege of hanging out with o…

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Complete Surrender. 1:16:12

1M ago1:16:12

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"God said, "Do you trust me?" And I answered back, "No..." Then God asked, "Can you try?" Rita shares how she found renewed hope for 2025 after an honest conversation with the Lord. This year, become of a member of my PRIVATE community! Get exclusive mentorship content, join live events, and engage with other members of the WIMW community ⭐ Sign up…

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Hope Darst, Tasha Layton, Hillary Scott and Rita Springer – The Theology of Worship - Part 2 1:06:05

1M ago1:06:05

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. Today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology in our on-going series on the theology of worship is a continuation of last week because we had such an awesome time leaning into all that Scripture reveals Jesus to be, learning from each other’s stories – especially the difficult chapters - and laug…

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"Lord, This Is Exhausting..." | An Honest Conversation with Janice Gaines 1:49:52

1M ago1:49:52

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On this episode of 'Worship Is My Weapon,' Rita Springer sits down for an honest conversation with Janice Gaines. Janice shares her journey as a black woman navigating the peaks and valleys of the music industry, the balancing act of motherhood and career, and the profound significance of race and identity in today's world. Her story of faith and r…

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Hope Darst, Tasha Layton, Hillary Scott and Rita Springer – The Theology of Worship - Part 1 1:03:03

2M ago1:03:03

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. During today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology, Alli and I are both bouncing with enthusiastic expectancy because we’ve gathered a phenomenal foursome of wise women whose hearts, minds, and ministries have been shaped by worship. Hope Darst has been leading worship – both in her home church…

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Scotty Smith – Theology of Worship Bonus 1:07:48

2M ago1:07:48

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. Today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology is all about the contextual biblical scaffolding for a series we’re calling the Theology of Worship. But lest you think we’re going to be talking about the three or four songs before a sermon or our preferred style of music, let me assure you this con…

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How Dumbing Down Our Phones Can Increase Our Peace, Hope, Joy, and Relational Intimacy 53:08

2M ago53:08

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. Today's Happy New Year conversation is akin to dancing with a 500-pound gorilla with balance issues because most of us are going to get our proverbial toes pinched! The reason why is we're going to get real about how our daily digital gluttony ~ from scrolling through social media, Googling dow…

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When The Delay Is Divine 1:03:17

2M ago1:03:17

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. During today’s Christmas-is-here-y’all conversation on Back Porch Theology we’re talking about the unlikely gift of waiting. Now if you’re anything like me and you got the gift of waiting this season, your first reaction would be to hope it came with a receipt so you could return it! It’s taken…

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Kristin Johns & Jon Volk Get Real About Social Media, the Haters, and Faith 1:04:58

2M ago1:04:58

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This week on Worship Is My Weapon, Rita sits down with 'That's the Point' podcast hosts Kristin Johns and Jon Volk to discuss life, social media, the haters, and faith while sharing some scones. Special Offer: Today's episode is sponsored by Hello Fresh! Get 10 FREE meals at hellofresh.com/freeworship Amazing Kids Curriculum Visit https://amazing.k…

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The Beautiful Theology In The Birth Narrative 1:03:28

2M ago1:03:28

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. During today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology Alli, Dr. Howard and I will exploring a few of the awesome ~ albeit often overlooked ~ theological truisms in the Christmas story. Because while Jesus is of course the main point and the unmistakable Hero of Luke’s heartwarming birth narrative,…

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I Heard the Term "Adult Clergy Sxual Abse," & Finally Realized... 1:41:03

2M ago1:41:03

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"They said, 'You shouldn't have taken the man of God down..." This week on 'Worship Is My Weapon,' Rita sits down with Megan Anderson - a survivor of Adult Clergy Sexual Abuse (ACSA). Megan's life forever changed when she walked into Believers Church in Marshfield, Wisconsin, and met Pastor Ed Gungor. Twenty-five years later, Megan now understands …

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Walking With The ONE Who Isn’t Worried About A Thing with Megan Fate Marshman 1:07:58

3M ago1:07:58

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. During today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology we’re talking about how to cultivate a more relaxed, trusting, and intimate relationship with Jesus. My first time, guest co-conspirator on the porch is Megan Fate Marshman, a Bible teacher and theological scholar who spews joy with the same ef…

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God Asked Her to Carry the Dream She Didn't Receive... w/ Krissy Nordhoff 1:14:47

3M ago1:14:47

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"Just because a dream doesn't come true doesn't mean it doesn't have value..." This week on 'Worship Is My Weapon,' Rita sits down with Krissy Nordhoff. Krissy shares her journey as a musician and how the Lord's been showing her the value of sowing seeds and carrying dreams for future generations. If you would like to support the Worship Is My Weap…

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The Joy of Being Human 53:42

3M ago53:42

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. During today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology we’re diving into a rich, nuanced and deeply encouraging theme that Dr. Howard recently preached on at his church, Dillon Community in CO, called, The Joy of Being Human. The fact that Ally and I are getting to dialogue with Doc H about the joy…

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Tasha Layton Holds NOTHING Back on Mental Health & the Church 1:38:21

3M ago1:38:21

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This week on 'Worship Is My Weapon,' Rita sits down with Tasha Layton. Tasha opens up about her struggles with the church, depression, and suicidal thoughts, and how her healing journey led to a deep, abiding relationship with God. Looking back on her experience - from growing up leading worship to randomly trying out for American Idol and singing …

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A Four-Wheel-Drive Truck Called Gratitude 55:33

3M ago55:33

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. Today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology is going to be a huge helping of gratitude. Whether or not you practice the traditional American holiday called “Thanksgiving” which takes place this week – it’s always celebrated on the last Thursday in November - I believe image bearers the world ov…

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It's TIME to Make a Holy Demand! 54:02

3M ago54:02

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Has disappointment stolen your expectations? On this episode of "Worship Is My Weapon," Rita discusses the significance of having a 'holy demand' during weary seasons and maintaining expectation and faith - even when answers seem distant. Special Offer: Field of Greens Vastly improve your health TODAY with this organic whole fruits and vegetable ba…

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How To Better Love Those Who Don’t Like Church with Dr. Scot McKnight 58:48

3M ago58:48

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. During today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology, we’re going to honestly explore how Christians can do better caring about and caring for the precious people who are leaving mainstream churches. It’s a given that some are walking away from communities of faith for sinful reasons but what abo…

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Living a Worshipful Life with Bryan and Katie Torwalt 1:34:51

3M ago1:34:51

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"Holy Spirit, you are welcome here..." This week on 'Worship Is My Weapon,' Rita sits down with Bryan and Katie Torwalt. Bryan and Katie share how they met at Bethel Music Worship School and the incredible journey God's taken them on over the past fifteen years. Special Offer: Today's episode is sponsored by Hello Fresh! Get 10 FREE meals at hellof…

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How to Not Grow Weary in Well Doing with Hal and Doree Donaldson 56:05

3M ago56:05

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. During today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology I’m basically peeling off my emotional Spanx and revealing my proverbial cellulite, stretch marks, and wobbly bits because we’re diving deep into the subject of rest, which doesn’t come naturally to me because more often than I’d like to admit,…

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She Didn't Want to Meet Him, But God STILL Showed Up (POWERFUL Testimony) 1:47:18

4M ago1:47:18

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Lisa Jennett didn't want to have anything to do with God. After growing up with an abusive father and the death of her twin daughters, Lisa had put "heaven in a coffin and nailed it up." She didn't need God. In fact, she promised she wouldn't even say His name unless she was "pissed off"... Then, at 52, Lisa met "the Lord Real Dad," and everything …

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The Beautiful Ache of Authentic Faith with Levi and Jennie Lusko 32:20

4M ago32:20

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. Today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology was actually recorded in Montana with my dear, dear friends, who are actually more like siblings now, Pastor Levi and Jennie Lusko. We’ve been friends for a while now, but after doing a Christmas tour on a bus last year with our kiddos, we morphed int…

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An Hour of Worship & Reflection Before Election Day 1:04:14

4M ago1:04:14

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This election season has been wild. Every day it seems like there's a new crazy story in the headlines and a spirit of fear creeps among us. Let's spend this hour together in worship. Together, let's pray over our land, cities, and government. Let's ask the Lord to meet us here, to sit under His wings, and remember He is on the throne! Today's epis…

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Putting The Best Cookies Within Reach 46:01

4M ago46:01

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. During today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology Alli and I have the pure joy of asking Dr. Howard – whose PhD is rooted in the New Testament so he’s a smarty-McTarty when it comes to Pauline theology - all kinds of questions about the more complex points and passages the book of Romans. Ques…

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An Aussie, a Windbag, and The Wonder of Advent 30:46

4M ago30:46

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. On today's special episode of Back Porch Theology, I'm hanging out with my dear friend Christine Caine. You'll love listening to her because she has this Australian accent. I always tease her and say she could read the phone book and I'd rededicate my life to Christ. But Chris and I are focusin…

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Darlene Zschech Opens Up About Life & the Church 1:33:12

4M ago1:33:12

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In this special episode of 'Worship Is My Weapon,' Rita sits down with the legendary Darlene Zschech, often hailed as the 'Queen of Worship.' Together, they reflect on the transformative power of worship and God's unwavering faithfulness. Darlene shares intimate stories of her upbringing, rise to become a global worship leader, and the trials that …

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A Surf and Turf of a Sermon 47:41

4M ago47:41

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. During today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology we’re having the biblical equivalent of Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest that takes place on Coney Island every July Fourth. Because while we won’t be trying to gobble 62 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes like world champion Joey Chestnut d…

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The Beauty in Prophetic Words & Faithful Waiting w/ The Serbans 1:15:27

4M ago1:15:27

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On this episode of 'Worship Is My Weapon,' Rita sits down with worship duo Garett and Kate Serban. Garett and Kate open up about their journey in the faith, the importance of being faithful in hidden seasons, and how God has used prophetic words to shape their lives and testimonies. Their story is a powerful example of God's guidance and purpose in…

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The Compassionate Concrete That Paves The Romans Road 46:44

4M ago46:44

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. During today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology we’re getting granular about the divine, salvific grace Paul riffs on early in his letter to the Romans. We’re going to take a long pause in our collective amble down the Romans Road so as to marinate in the concept of justification. We’re goin…

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Lisa Bevere on Spiritual Warfare & the Fight for Female 1:10:26

5M ago1:10:26

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On this episode of 'Worship is My Weapon,' Rita Springer sits down with dear friend Lisa Bevere. They discuss the spiritual hunger they've seen amongst women today and how to fight in the Spirit so that we can stand firm in truth and love. Lisa shares insights from her latest book, 'The Fight for Female,' offering encouragement and a call to courag…

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Reverse Engineering Paul’s Epistle to the Romans 46:57

5M ago46:57

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. During today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology we’re going to mess with your beautiful minds just a wee bit by flipping to the end of the book of Romans before reading the beginning. But we’re not just messing with y’all to exasperate you like my nephew John Michael loves to do when he teas…

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Songwriting 201: Creating Songs That Move the Church 55:11

5M ago55:11

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Why are you limiting your creative genius? The Creator of the universe has designed and loves to see you create! On this episode of Worship Is My Weapon, Rita emphasizes the importance of pushing creative boundaries while staying true to what one burns for. Special Offers: ------------------------ Amazing Kids Curriculum Visit https://amazing.kids/…

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A 30,000 Foot View of Romans 41:40

5M ago41:40

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. Apostle Paul’s letter to the fledgling Christian church in Rome - which he wrote during the second half of the First Century - has often been hailed as the hub of Christian theology because in it he establishes the foundational walls of biblical orthodoxy. In fact, all you have to do is read th…

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Chris McClarney Gets Candid About the Holy Spirit and Worship 1:28:09

5M ago1:28:09

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On this episode of the Worship Is My Weapon, Rita Springer sits down with Chris McClarney, accomplished singer/songwriter with Jesus Culture and founder of Funtime Studios. Chris shares his fascinating story of growing up as a Southern Baptist pastor's kid, how he encountered the Holy Spirit for the first time, and what he's doing now that will bre…

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Recapturing Your First Love 56:55

5M ago56:55

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. Today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology is part travelogue, part exegesis, part confessional, and part pinky swear because while we were visiting Ephesus on our trip tracing the missionary journeys of Apostle Paul this summer, I couldn’t help thinking about the Ephesians’ sad, downward spir…

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Songwriting 101: Awaken God’s Creative Calling for YOU 52:25

5M ago52:25

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Maybe you're asking the question, am I a songwriter?... But a nagging voice inside your head says, "You will never be good enough." In this episode of Worship Is My Weapon, Rita Springer discusses the beauty in our gifting and gives practical steps to overcome doubt and live out the fullness of your creative expression. Special Offers: ------------…

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The Posture of Expectant Hope 1:02:42

5M ago1:02:42

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. During today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology Alli and I are delving into a facet of Christoformity – that is being shaped like Jesus – which doesn’t come naturally to either one of us and that is the art of waiting. Now if your wiring tends to be more high-speed like ours and you’re prone…

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God Called Her Out of the Comfort Zone & THIS Happened... (Bella Taylor Smith) 57:56

5M ago57:56

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On this episode of Worship Is My Weapon, Rita Springer sits down with Bella Taylor Smith (now Bella Cole), an incredibly talented singer and songwriter from Australia. They discuss Bella's journey from adolescence to winning 'The Voice Australia' and how she has seen God's hand carry her the whole way. Special Offers: ------------------------ Amazi…

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A Theology That Includes Tears 58:34

6M ago58:34

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. Today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology is a vulnerable one y’all because we’re tiptoeing into the theology of tears. Crying used to make me uncomfortable. There was so much anger and chaos and sadness in my early childhood before my parents divorced that I subconsciously began using my bla…

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Faith Against All Odds: A Conversation with Mia Fields 1:23:51

6M ago1:23:51

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Join Rita Springer and Mia Fields on this episode of Worship Is My Weapon, as they dive into a conversation about BIG faith. Mia shares her powerful testimony. From growing up in foster care, waiting on her "custom-made" husband, and the miraculous birth of their daughter, Booth - God's hand can be seen clearly through it all. Whether you're waitin…

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The New Friend We Can’t Stop Smiling About Part Two 44:30

6M ago44:30

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Learn more about The Promise and Power of Easter here. During today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology we’re stepping into some seemingly foreboding biblical territory that we’ve yet to venture into on this podcast, which is the Old Testament book of Daniel. If Daniel was on a geographical map, it’d probably be punctuated with huge mountains and…

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