In this episode of the Christian Music Mentor podcast, host Brad interviews worship leader and YouTube personality Sam Reed. Sam shares his journey from growing up in a musical household to becoming a well-known worship leader online. Despite challenges like losing his voice and going through personal struggles, Sam's heart for worship and his commitment to authentic ministry shine through. They discuss the importance of being authentic in worship, practical tips for creating impactful worship videos, and Sam's vision for future ministry. Whether you're an aspiring worship leader or simply looking to deepen your worship experience, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration. Worship With Sam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9i8XeiR6rEQ&list=PLyGA0c7HBFMNzgGQA3CqPPKDsL1RPPI5c Sam's Full Testimony: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqlyEKe7nu8&t=4s

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

01:30 Sam Reed's Musical Beginnings

04:17 Growing Up in a Christian Home

05:15 Musical Development and Challenges

08:35 Early Aspirations and Voice Issues

13:45 Journey to YouTube and Worship Leading

18:49 COVID-19 and Musical Growth

20:27 Consistency and Motivation in Content Creation

26:17 Technical Aspects of Music Production

28:25 The Gift of Conviction

29:16 The Role of Worship Leaders

30:44 Community and Honest Feedback

34:34 Cultivating the Anointing

36:20 Practical Aspects of Worship

43:13 Future Vision and Ministry

51:24 The Power of Testimony

55:37 Closing Thoughts and Prayer