Theology of Music

In this solo pod, Joel discusses how we should respond to mean comments and all types of critique, how that criticism can expose the double lives that we lead, how those double lives exhaust our soul…

In this episode, Joel sits down with Nathan Drake of Reawaken Hymns to discuss how Reawaken Hymns came to be, how God blessed him with much as he was faithful in the little, exploring hymns with a mo…

In this episode, Joel sits down with an indie Christian artist and all-around wonderful guy, Jonathan David Middleton, to discuss seeking revival in Cape Town, South Africa, the beauty of how God mad…

In this episode, Joel tries to give a response to the Hillsong documentary, the situation surrounding the John Macarthur Scandal, and to wrap up his discussion on whether there is hope for the Americ…

In this episode, Melody Noel (Influence Music) talks with Joel about how she went from writing hits for secular artists to being a worship leader and running a worship label, entitlement in the churc…

In this episode, Joel sits down with the musical genius that is Ryan Foglesong. Ryan is the Pastor of Corporate Worship at Grace Church in CA, an Adjunct Professor at Master's Seminary, an arranger a…

In this episode, Joel sits down with fellow podcaster and host of the Hymnology podcast, Sawyer Whittaker. Technical difficulties kept some of the conversations from making it to the finished file, b…

In this episode, Joel sits down with the EVP of G3 Ministries, Scott Aniol, to discuss his viral article "Stop Singing Hillsong, Bethel, Jesus Culture, Elevation", about how music embodies theology, …

In this episode, Kirk Sauers makes his triumphant return after starting Wood Drake Sessions and releases multiple singles. Joel and Kirk talk about the stories behind some of the singles like "Oh How…

In this part 1 of 2, Joel uses the old hymn by  Frances R. Havergal (1874), "Take My Life And Let It Be" as a jumping-off point for discussing why he believes there is not much hope for the American …

In this episode, Joel has the Joy of Being able to sit down with Zach Bolen from Citizens.  In Tenderness,  Zach talks about life before and after Mars Hill and how it has helped him Hail the King, J…

In this episode, Joel is joined by indie artist, worship leader, and incredibly humble man of God, Todd McVicker, to talk about his new song "Even Here Love Comes", the story behind it, how often we …

In this episode, Joel sits down with the Worship Pastor of Redeemer Bible Church in AZ, Jason Stinson. They talk about being balanced in our approach towards others, why it feels like so many people …

In this episode, Joel sits down with some sisters in Christ across the pond and talks about why they started their podcast, their favorite hymns, and what their goals for the future are. Check out th…

In this episode, Joel examines, the already timeless, hymn by Stuart Townend called "How Deep The Father's Love," and what it shows us about God's love displayed through Christ, whether God actually …

In this episode, Joel sits down with Dr. Michael Rhodes, an Old Testament Professor at Carey Baptist College who has numerous published works and recently went viral when he tweeted about how he rese…

In this episode, Joel takes a look at the world-renowned worship song, "Shout To The Lord", released in 1993 and written by Darlene Zscheche.  This song has been sung by millions and millions over al…

In this episode, Joel sits down with Dove Award-Winning and incredibly humble Christian artist, Meredith Andrews. Meredith and Joel discuss breaking free from the lie of self-importance that plagues …

In this episode, Joel examines the 2010 hit worship song, "How He Loves" released by original author John Mark McMillan in 2005 and unpacks why our lives lack meaning and power, uncomfortable lyrics,…

In this episode, Joel gets to sit down with critically acclaimed songwriter, Jared Anderson, who wrote hit worship songs like "Great I Am" and "Rescue", which have been covered by many worship artist…