The Worship and Leadership Podcast
Real conversations on worship, leadership, and living a faith-filled life beyond the platform. Hosted by leaders from LifePoint Church, this podcast is here to inspire, equip, and challenge you—whether you’re leading in ministry, in the marketplace, or just learning to lead yourself well.
Episodes
72 episodes
Stewarding God’s Church Through Vision, Growth, And Discipleship
What happens when a church treats vision like stewardship, not ownership? We invited our lead team—Pastors Mike and Stephanie Burnette with Dr. Tim Hager—to pull back the curtain on a year defined by increased anointing, movement, multiplicatio...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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1:16:06
Gratitude That Lives Beyond Thanksgiving
Gratitude shouldn’t end when the dishes are done. We open the door to a richer way of living—treating gratitude as expressed worship that reshapes our homes, our teams, and our hearts. With Scripture at the center and stories that will stay wit...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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56:02
Empathy And Authority In Leadership
What happens when a table of wise women ask how to lead with both a soft heart and a steady hand? We dig into the tension between empathy and authority and find a faithful path that starts with love, listens well, and still speaks the truth tha...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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48:01
Worship as Spiritual Warfare
Fear has a way of hijacking your plan, your timeline, and your peace. We pressed into a counterintuitive move that changes everything: when the pressure rises, worship goes first. Starting with 2 Chronicles 20, we follow King Jehoshaphat as he ...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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1:10:44
Build People, Not Clones: Let Go So Others Grow
What if legacy isn’t about titles or tenure, but about who becomes stronger because you were there? We sat down with Pastor Jessica Meriwether and Dr. Tim Hager to tackle the real work of building a legacy of faith—at home, at church, and in th...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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54:24
Rest Without Guilt
What if the most powerful thing you do for your leadership and your worship is stop? We dive into a rich, scripture-driven conversation about rest that starts in Genesis 2—where God finishes His work and blesses a day—and winds through Psalm 12...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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1:11:23
Rebuilding Trust After Leadership Fails
Trust isn’t rebuilt by force of will or a perfect apology tour; it’s rebuilt when we start where Isaiah did—seeing that God is still on the throne even when leaders fall. We open up about church hurt, disappointment, and the quiet anger many ca...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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1:07:21
Repentance, Revival, and a Living Church
We unpack the letter to Sardis in Revelation and ask hard questions about reputation versus reality, drift versus devotion, and why busyness can masquerade as spiritual health. You’ll hear how growth metrics can deceive, how hearts become callo...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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1:06:58
Family, Ministry, and the Rhythms That Hold It Together
Ever feel the tug-of-war between leading well at church and showing up well at home? We take that tension head-on, starting with 1 Timothy 3 and moving through real stories, practical tools, and the kind of honesty that helps you build rhythms ...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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1:03:57
Spiritual Authority vs Control
What happens when spiritual leadership crosses the line from authority to control? In this thought-provoking episode, we tackle one of the most challenging aspects of church leadership: the delicate balance between exercising God-given authorit...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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1:29:19
Worship That Pleases God
In a world reeling from tragedy, how should Christians respond? This candid conversation with Pastors Mike and Stephanie Burnette tackles the raw emotions and spiritual questions arising from recent national tragedies, including the assassinati...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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1:15:22
Leading When No One Is Watching
What if your season of feeling unseen isn't a detour but the most important part of your leadership journey?The leadership spotlight can be intoxicating—public recognition, platform visibility, external validation. Yet something powerfu...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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1:02:25
Finding Balance in Leadership and Life
What happens when the demands of leadership collide with our human limitations? In this powerful conversation about creating healthy rhythms, we explore how sustainable leadership requires intentional margin and rest.Whether you're lead...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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1:02:53
When Calling and Career Collide
Have you ever stood at a crossroads, torn between a promising career opportunity and what you sensed was God's direction for your life? That tension between professional advancement and spiritual calling is exactly what we unpack in this enligh...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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1:00:21
The Power of Immediate Obedience
What does it truly mean to follow God's lead in leadership? In this profound conversation, Pastor Mike Burnette reveals the powerful distinction between simply having influence and using that influence as God intended—for the benefit of others ...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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1:14:46
A Lifestyle of Worship Beyond Sunday
When was the last time your worship extended beyond a Sunday service? For many believers, the concept of worship has become confined to a specific time and place, reducing our relationship with God to a weekly appointment rather than a daily co...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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46:36
Why Worship and Leadership Still Matter
In this kickoff episode of Season 4, we dive into Romans 12:1 to explore what it means to present our lives as “living sacrifices.” Worship isn’t limited to Sundays or music—it’s a daily lifestyle of surrender that shapes our char...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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59:19
Leadership as Influence
Leadership is influence, and true leaders serve others while helping them take steps closer to Christ. Our guests Dr. Tim Hager and Sonja Vick share their wisdom on what makes effective church leadership.• Leadership means helping other...
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Season 3
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Episode 28
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54:44
The Art of Discipleship: Building Real Relationships
Ever wondered why some discipleship efforts feel shallow while others transform lives? In this illuminating conversation, our guests dig into what makes real discipleship work—and it's not what most churches are teaching.Pastor Mike Cam...
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Season 3
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Episode 27
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1:03:18
The Jesus Galleries: Reimagining Christ Through New Eyes
Michael Lerman shares his latest book "The Jesus Galleries: The Christian Journey Reimagined," which takes readers on an allegorical journey through galleries that display different facets of Christ's character and ministry.• Book conce...
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Season 3
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Episode 26
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48:31
Jesus, Why Do You Ask So Much of Me?
What if the most challenging parts of Christianity aren't the obscure Old Testament passages, but the direct words of Jesus himself? In this profound conversation, Pastor Mike Burnette, along with Pastors Elmer and Willie, unpack their current ...
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Season 3
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Episode 25
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55:13
Discipleship and Parenting: A Journey of Faith and Connection
Throughout the episode, we tackle the challenges of parenting in a rapidly changing world. Listeners will gain valuable insights into how to model faith effectively and nurture strong values in their children. We emphasize the importance of int...
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Season 3
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Episode 24
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52:19
A Deep Dive into Psalm 23 and the Shepherd’s Heart
In this heartfelt episode, we uncover the significance of childhood nicknames and how they shape our identities. From lighthearted banter about funny nicknames like “Chino” and “Tiffy Toes” to a deep dive into Psalm 23, we explore how names car...
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Season 3
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Episode 23
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51:26
SUNDAY REWIND: Life & Living As Christians (1 Timothy 2:1-15)
This discussion centers around the importance of prayer and unity within the Christian community, addressing current issues surrounding gender roles and the interpretation of Scripture. We challenge listeners to reflect on their understanding o...
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Season 3
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Episode 22
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1:14:04
Empowering Leaders Through Connection
This episode explores the vital role that community plays in discipleship and spiritual growth. The hosts emphasize the importance of small groups for fostering genuine connections, accountability, and multiplying efforts within the church, par...
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Season 3
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Episode 21
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52:22