Release the Sound — A Podcast on Prophetic Worship

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Episode Theme: The prophetic creation of the song Like a Child from Roma’s new project When God Sings—shows how a “single-section” song became a powerful, Spirit-led experience through surrender, collaboration, and spirit-led backing vocals. Plus: the short film-style music video born from a vision of a pilgrim running to the secret place all came from step by step leading by the Holy Spirit, to create a beautiful worship song that is the introduction to the album.

If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to co-write with the Holy Spirit, or how a worship song becomes a prophetic encounter, this episode will deeply encourage you — whether you're a songwriter, worship leader, or someone hungry for more of God's presence in creativity.

📖 Here's What We Discussed

00:00 – “No idolatry here”: Worship that redirects adoration to God

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What were the first Christmas songs? 

Long before the familiar carols we sing today, three powerful prophetic songs marked the arrival of Christ. In this episode, we dive into the revolutionary song of a teenage girl who defied empires, the breakthrough praise of a priest who had been silenced for months, and the glorious anthem sung by heaven’s hosts. 

These ancient songs have shaped Christian worship for over two thousand years and still carry profound meaning today. Whether you're a worship leader, a history enthusiast, or someone seeking deeper spiritual insight this Christmas, this episode will transform how you experience the music of Advent.

📖 Here's What We Discussed

00:00 - Intro: The Original Songs of Christmas

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As worship leaders and servers in the church, we're entering what can be both the most beautiful and most demanding time of the year. 

You know those moments - you're juggling Christmas production rehearsals, planning special services, managing volunteer schedules, and somehow trying to keep your own spirit connected to the true meaning of this sacred season?

If you're feeling overwhelmed, you're not alone. Let’s take wisdom from some remarkable teachers - the Christian mystics - who knew deeply about finding God's presence in both the quiet and the chaos. They have something profound to teach us about staying spiritually alive and nourished during this busy season.

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Here's What We Discussed

00:00 - Intro

00:40 - Prayer for Worship Leaders During Christmas Season

02:00 - What To Do When Busyness Overwhelms You

02:49 - The Christian Mystics

04:35 - Understanding Who Christian Mystics Were

06:17 - Brother Lawrence's Wisdom

08:22 - Applying This in Ministry

09:19 - Lessons from the Desert Fathers

13:57 - Three Practical Rhythms

17:12 - Meister Eckhart's Wisdom

19:02 - Mary's Example of Contemplation

20:38 - Closing Prayer

22:08 - Outro

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Today worship teams face all kinds of different challenges; Technical constraints, managing volunteer logistics, avoiding burnout, and the list goes on. Tim Koh and I dive into the joys and challenges of cultivating a thriving worship ministry. We discuss how to foster authentic relationships, empower each team member, and encounter God's presence in the midst of imperfect circumstances.

Tim Koh is the worship pastor at a local church plant in the Eastern Suburbs of in Melbourne, Australia. Tim has been in various leadership roles across the years in local churches and leads a creative team amidst a lot of constraints like not having their own building or fixed sound equipment, not being able to soundcheck properly due to sound level requirements in the area, and everyone on team, including himself as a volunteer. He works full time in a corporate high-pressure role, has two beautiful children Tobias and Evangeline, and is married to Vera.

Here’s What We Discussed:

00:00 - Introducing Tim Koh

07:45 - Striving for excellence over perfection in worship

15:00 - The Holy Spirit moving in unexpected ways

19:00 - Building relationships and unity in the team

28:00 - Advice for those who feel overlooked 

34:00 - Avoiding burnout 

42:30 - Closing prayer

Support the Show: 

If God is leading your heart to donate or support the show in any way please visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romawaterman for more information. Thank you so much! 

SUBSCRIBE and Leave a Rating + Review, it helps! Share this podcast with someone who wants to unlock the power of prophetic worship. You can listen to previous episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts! 

Watch this on YouTube here:  https://youtu.be/45updYYYOBY

How is God moving in India's churches through local worship? Allen Ganta shares his testimony of witnessing and being a part of his country’s song of worship being revealed. His initiatives to mentor young worship leaders and organize songwriting camps are nurturing a new generation committed to worship; A creative renaissance within Indian churches is happening! 

Here’s What We Discussed:

00:00 - Intro

03:10 - Allen’s studies at Hillsong and returning to India 

08:28 - India’s unique song

15:10 - Mentorship and raising new songwriters

21:23 - The resurgence of artistic expression in India

23:06 - Balancing structured worship programs with spontaneous expression

28:51 - Allen’s experience with spontaneity in Worship

38:04 - Closing prayer

Connect with Pastor Allen Ganta

Find him on Instagram 

Listen to Nations of Worship 

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Is there a place for lamenting in worship? 

Luke Taylor is the creative arts pastor for Hope Unlimited Church on the central coast NSW. Under the leadership of Mark and Darlene Zschech, Luke plays a vital role in worship and pastoral care both locally and globally as part of Hope UC Worship. 

With a deep-rooted history in worship ministry that traces back to his childhood in a family-run church, Luke has dedicated over a decade to serving his community and fostering the growth of worship across multiple church sites. Known for his humility and dedication, Luke is committed to developing prophetic and creative expressions of worship that resonate with and serve the needs of his community. His journey through personal trials has further enriched his ministry, allowing him to lead with compassion and a profound understanding of worship's healing power.

Here’s What We Discussed:

00:00 - Luke’s background and Hope UC 

06:33 - Community service over role recognition in worship ministry

08:08 - Facilitating prophetic worship

17:19 - Using tracks in worship while maintaining spontaneity and flow

28:45 - Navigating loss and the role of worship and community in grieving

34:56 - Lament in worship songs and creating a space for expressing sorrow and hope

42:40 - The keys to writing songs of worship

Connect with Hope UC 

Find them on Instagram, Facebook, and their website: https://hopeuc.com 

Support the Show: 

If God is leading your heart to donate or support the show in any way please visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romawaterman for more information. Thank you so much! 

SUBSCRIBE and Leave a Rating + Review, it helps! Share this podcast with someone who wants to unlock the power of prophetic worship. You can listen to previous episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts! 

You can also watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/XfmC5VUA1KE 

There is a profound richness that comes from honoring the unique expression of worship God has given you and your nation.

In this episode, my amazing guests from Sounds of the Nations Fiji, Sam and Iva Koliloa, emphasize the importance of authenticity and the impact of embracing their cultural roots in worship and beyond. 

Hear how they navigate the balance between excellence in their worship and being led by the Holy Spirit. Learn how they raise up other leaders in their church and some of their stories as they have traveled the world releasing the sound of Fiji across nations. They talk about their roles as leaders, fostering and nurturing the generations of worshipers to come. 

Sam and Iva also share an incredible testimony of when they lost their firstborn son, and how God spoke to them during this time of grief and gave them the grace and strength to trust and worship Him.

Sam and Iva are the Directors of Sounds of the Nations Fiji. They’ve been running this amazing ministry since 2016 after being commissioned by the Sounds of the Nations Global. They’ve been married for almost 11 years. Sam, a musician, and Iva, a worship leader, are passionate about seeing worship leaders rise up and take their place in places of influence; through songs of deliverance, healing, and revival. They equip and empower worshippers to appreciate their authentic God-given sound by releasing it to the nations. Sam and Iva enjoy traveling and connecting with people and are always excited about the greater things God has for them.

Here’s What We Discussed:

[00:00 - 13:09] How Sam and Iva are Empowering Fijian Worship Leaders to Embrace Their Unique Sound In Worship 

[13:10 - 26:57]  Ushering and Mentoring the Next Generation of Worshipers

[26:58 - 34:19] Releasing the Sound Across the Nations of Israel and Estonia

[34:20 - 46:28] Sam and Iva Share Their Testimony of Lossing Their Firstborn and Finding Strength in Worship

[34:21 - 51:39] Closing Up! 

Connect with Sam and Iva

Find Sounds of the Nations Fiji on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. 

Connect with Roma!

Visit her website https://www.romawaterman.com and Claim your FREE copy of her latest eBook 4 KEYS TO PROPHETIC LIVING – An easy to understand guide to living a prophetic life!

You can also check out her Online Courses and Books

Don’t be shy! Reach out to Roma on Instagram, Facebook, or send her an email at [email protected]

Support the Show: 

If God is leading your heart to donate or support the show in any way please visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romawaterman for more information. Thank you so much! 

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Have you heard the terms “the sound of revival” or a church trying to “find their own sound?” These phrases can be exciting, but they can also be confusing!

Every church and community has their own unique sound that the Lord wants them to capture and release. But many don't recognize this is the case and therefore don't explore the authentic sound of their own community. The ones that go on a quest to find this, impact communities in a transformational way, and even impact nations.

In this episode, I talk about the significance and beauty of tuning into the song of the Lord in the sound of the people. This looks different in every community. Let's learn to love singing global worship songs, but not at the expense of the unique sound that is yearning to rise up in our gatherings!

By understanding and harnessing the power of the local, unique sound, we can create meaningful and impactful worship that carries the influence and power of Heaven.

Special thanks to Dan McCollam, our Sounds of the Nations Founder who has instilled this deep, life changing truth in us. Seeing this activated in nations is a joy!

Here’s What We Discussed:

[00:01] The Lord’s Unique Song for Our Communities & The Importance of the Global and Local Sound

[06:07] How to Discover Your Community Sound & 4 Different Types of Songs

[13:10] Songs of Petition: Asking the Lord for Personal or Communal Desires

[17:00] Songs of Declaration: Proclaiming Truths About God

[20:33] Songs of Invocation: Encouragement to engage in actions of praise

[23:19] Songs of Adoration: Worshiping and Adoring God for Who He is

[25:59] Closing Up! 

Connect with Roma!

Visit her website https://www.romawaterman.com and Claim your FREE copy of her latest eBook 4 KEYS TO PROPHETIC LIVING – An easy to understand guide to living a prophetic life!

You can also check out her Online Courses and Books

Don’t be shy! Reach out to Roma on Instagram, Facebook, or send her an email at [email protected]

Support the Show: 

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“Which is more important, Theology or Encounter?” is a question I often get asked.  

In this episode, we answer exactly that! Does encountering and experiencing God supersede the theology of scripture? We can often see churches swing on either side of the pendulum, but what if I told you that theology and encounter are meant to work together to experience the fullness of God and all He has for His people? In this episode, we discuss why, without truth, our experiences won’t have a foundation to stand firm upon and how experiences are the fruit of our relationship with God.

Here’s What We Discussed:

[00:01] Should I Choose Between Theology vs.Encounter? It’s Meant to Be a Marriage!   

[02:32] The Importance of Theology: Worshiping in Spirit and Truth 

[11:20] Why Spiritual Experience is Just as Important as Theology – Experience Shows Proof of a Relationship

[17:09] Experiencing the Full Gift of Encounter and Theology

Connect with Roma!

Visit her website https://www.romawaterman.com and Claim your FREE copy of her latest eBook 4 KEYS TO PROPHETIC LIVING – An easy to understand guide to living a prophetic life!

You can also check out her Online Courses and Books

Don’t be shy! Reach out to Roma on Instagram, Facebook, or send her an email at [email protected]

Support the Show: 

If God is leading your heart to donate or support the show in any way please visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romawaterman for more information. Thank you so much! 

SUBSCRIBE and Leave a Rating + Review, it helps! Share this podcast with someone who wants to unlock the power of prophetic worship. You can listen to previous episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts!

From rock N' roll to spearheading a global revival movement, the journey of my dear friend Daniel Hagen stands as a testament to the transformative power of Jesus. In our conversation, Dan and I talk about the journey of staying grounded and intimate with Jesus while leading a huge worship platform, the song that the world so desperately needs to hear, and how we worshipers are being called to the battleground. All this and so much more!

In 2003, Daniel Hagen radically surrendered his life to Jesus Christ in a powerful encounter that would shake up his world of sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll. His heart was overrun with the love of God, and his songs began to overflow with his affection for the Father.

Daniel’s rock band, The Hollows, was on the verge of scoring a six-figure record deal. His love for Jesus compelled him to walk away from the life of fame and fortune and pursue knowing the Father more and making Him known to the nations.

As he fell more in love with Jesus, He began to lead teams of everyday believers out onto the streets, where they would preach the gospel and demonstrate God’s love through signs & wonders. 

Daniel is the Associate Director of Awakening Australia with Ben Fitzgerald, and is the leader of Awakening Music. Awakening is now a global movement, and their events are joined by thousands from all over the world with one purpose – the nations for Jesus! 

Daniel and Chelsea are happily married with four children and are the senior ministers of Fire Church ministries. Today, Daniel and Chelsea Hagen plant and oversee Fire Churches in Queensland and Victoria. 

Here’s What We Discussed:

[00:01] Rock and Roll to Revival: Daniel Hagen's Journey from The Hollow to Awakening Music

[03:56] How Awakening Music Stays Grounded As a Global Worship Movement

[07:30] The Devil Tried to Silence Worship During Covid 

[15:13] Passing the Baton to Vincent Noah Lang – Raising Up the Next Gen of Worshipers 

[21:47] Character before Talent – How Fire Church Discerns Choosing Their Worship Teams

[24:35] Revival in Nürnberg, Why Prayer is the Engine Room of Revival, and Serving God in the Mountains and Valleys 

[34:03] Dealing with Burnout in Worship Teams: What Causes It and What to Do Instead 

[36:40] What Sound Does the World Need to Hear? 

WATCH: Awakening Europe Conference Nürnberg → https://youtu.be/lhhWy11qxpE?si=JD_6qLY3tEpT2oVr

Book Mentioned: No Compromise: The Life Story of Keith Green

Connect With Daniel 

Visit his website —> https://www.danielhagenministries.com/daniel-hagen

Connect on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube

Connect with Roma!

Visit her website https://www.romawaterman.com and Claim your FREE copy of her latest eBook 4 KEYS TO PROPHETIC LIVING – An easy to understand guide to living a prophetic life!

You can also check out her Online Courses and Books

Don’t be shy! Reach out to Roma on Instagram, Facebook, or send her an email at [email protected]

Support the Show: 

If God is leading your heart to donate or support the show in any way please visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romawaterman for more information. Thank you so much! 

SUBSCRIBE and Leave a Rating + Review, it helps! Share this podcast with someone who wants to unlock the power of prophetic worship. You can listen to previous episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts!