In this stirring episode, host Kurtis Parks welcomes back worship pastor, songwriter, and revivalist Dustin Smith for an urgent and timely conversation about friendship, reconciliation, and leading worship from a place of authenticity and depth. Dustin opens up about his journey from isolation to spiritual community, challenging the modern church’s tendency to operate in silos. With powerful stories—from pastoring HopeUC churches to welcoming Satan worshippers into church services—he unpacks what it means to lead like Jesus: surrounded, surrendered, and sent!

Connect with Dustin:

Instagram: @herebedustin

Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/in-over-my-head-single/1847752856

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Worshipology with Kurtis Parks is a part of the Worship Leader Magazine Podcast Network. WL Mag exists to equip Spirit-led worship leaders with practical tools, theological insight, and encouragement for the local church.

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To learn more about Kurtis and his book Worshipology:

www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks.com