Theology of Music
As an associate professor of music and worship and part-time worship pastor, Cliff has spent years thinking deeply about the songs that we sing together as a church during our corporate worship services. Yet, instead of being another deconstructing voice, Cliff seeks to foster thought-provoking and edifying conversations with folks who create and lead the songs we sing in corporate worship.
Theology of Music
Latest Episodes
Choosing Songs for Corporate Worship as a Pastoral Function with Tim Johnson
Today, we delve into the insights from a recent conversation with Tim Johnson, a seasoned worship leader from Crosslife Church in Orlando, who has been serving in ministry for over 25 years. He shares his journey and the importance of intention...
Leading Worship Through Personal Struggle with Nathan Lawrenson
This episode dives into the journey of Nathan Lawrenson, a friend, colleague, and worship leader who navigated personal and professional challenges, especially concerning mental health.Nathan discusses how corporate worship can serve as ...
The Importance of Singing Together with Andrew McKinney
In this episode, I gained some valuable insights from Andrew McKinney with the Worship Initiative. Andrew is a seasoned worship leader and took the time to share his journey and the heart behind his ministry with the Worship Initiative.
The FORM and FUNCTION of Music in Corporate Worship
I got to sit down with a good friend and colleague, David Morton, who is the Pastor of Worship and Discipleship at Rileyville Baptist Church, Rileyville, VA. David is extremely well-read, and through it all, the Lord has given him a pastor's he...
One Paradigm for Choosing Corporate Worship Songs with Mike O'Brien
I’ve been looking forward to this episode for a while now. I’ve been following Mike O’Brien with Three Streams Worship Training on Instagram for a few years, and I’ve always appreciated his biblical and practical advice for worship leaders. In ...