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 tragic accident, he found healing, reconnected with family, and stepped into his calling as a worship leader. His story is one of resilience, faith, and music that speaks to life’s rawest moments.

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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 change.

Rita and Tyler discuss the courage to confront abuse, the church’s responsibility to protect survivors, and the path to true healing.

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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, and believe that you are worthy of hearing from God. A simple exercise to start today: ask Jesus "Why do you love me?" and then listen for His response.

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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 to untangle the roots of entitlement and pride that lingered in Hope's heart - showing her that the long road of obedience and saying 'yes' to God, even in the small things, leads to unimaginable freedom and transformation.


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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 into the pressures of the Christian music industry, the need for accountability, and the power of writing songs rooted in real-life experiences.

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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. 

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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 resilience emphasizes how God’s guidance shapes our journeys and every aspect of life.

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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. 

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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 that what she experienced was abuse. And, although it's a story she never wanted to tell, Megan hopes that by sharing what happened to her, other victims will find freedom again, too.

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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. 

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